[Though Liem is not initially sure how to take Matt’s obvious surprise, he’s obliged to feel pleased by the beaming look and the half-jest observation. The flattery obviously works on Liem, given the faint tinge of colour in his cheeks, even if his expression is mostly amused.]

I suppose that depends on your definition. It was a few months after we met—not long before I was brought here.

[Did Matt think he might have been quicker on the draw than that? Or maybe he just envisions that was how long it took for Liem to say yes.]

I didn’t mean to keep this from you, [that Liem knows certain intimate details about him, like how does Matt taste and what kind of kisser is he,] it just seemed like an uncouth thing to lead with.