This was their first kiss, wasn't it? Even though she was topless Vert felt like this was a much better start to things. Certainly much sweeter.

"Rito, when have you ever not been blunt?" Vert asked. True, normally it was so he could say anything before getting retribution for his latest bout of bad luck, but still. "Don't try to be someone you're not. Girls hate that. I hate that. Just act like you, okay?"