Over the next several weeks, Shiro helped Adam out as much as Adam would let him. Shiro had moved back into their place but they decided to sleep in separate rooms for the time being. When they weren't working at the Garrison, they discussed their relationship and worked on their issues. By the time Adam was completely physically healed, they were in a much better place with each other and were ready to try dating again.
"I'm so happy you're back on your feet," Shiro told Adam, pulling him in for a hug. Adam hugged Shiro back tightly.
"Me too. I hope I never have to deal with crutches again," he said with a laugh.
Shiro smiled. "So, are you ready to go on a date with me tonight?"
"Yes. I hope it's better than our first date," Adam teased as Shiro's face heated up.
"Hey! I thought it was alright!"
Adam put his arms around Shiro and winked at him. "Hmm. I've had worse."
Shiro smiled and rested his forehead against Adam's. "It's going to be great. I promise. Be ready at 7. I have a few errands to run but I'll meet you back at our place."
"Sounds like a plan," Adam said before they went their separate ways. It was difficult for them to go back to basics but it was necessary to build their relationship back up.
At 7, Shiro entered their apartment. "Are you ready Adam?"
"Yes. Where have you been all day," Adam asked curiously.
Shiro set the picnic basket on the counter. "I was with Hunk and his family. I asked him if he would make us a special dinner. Don't worry. I didn't cook anything so you can eat all the food without fear of being poisoned." Adam chuckled. "How does a picnic under the stars at our special place sound?"
Adam's jaw dropped. "I think that sounds incredible."
"I hoped that you would think so," Shiro blushed. "I hate that this is so awkward."
"Me too," Adam replied as his face heated up. "But let's go."
Shiro held onto the picnic basket with one hand and Adam's hand with the other. When they got into the car, Adam peeked inside the basket. "Wow. All my favorite food!"
"And your favorite dessert. I had to go out and buy that since Hunk didn't have time to make a cheesecake," Shiro told him with a smile. "Like I said, I really want this to be special."
"It is special because I'm with you," Adam told him with a soft smile. Shiro smiled back at him.
When they arrived at their destination, they spread the blankets out on the ground before pulling out the food. "This is so good. Remind me to thank Hunk later," Adam told Shiro with a mouth full of food.
Shiro smiled. "I'm glad you're enjoying it."
They didn't say much as they ate because they didn't need to. Once they were finished eating, they laid on the blankets side by side, hands intertwined and stared at the night sky. "Do you look at it differently now that you've been all over the galaxy," Adam asked Shiro after a few minutes of peaceful silence.
"I haven't really looked up at the night sky since we got back honestly, but yeah, I guess it's different to look up at it having been out there. I have to say I prefer being here with you. Although it's a great view to share with your lover on Earth, up there it's cold and lonely," Shiro said looking at Adam who moved closer to Shiro. "And I have to say, that as beautiful as the night sky is, the guy I'm laying beside is even more so."
Adam blushed. "Thanks…You know, it was little moments like this that I missed the most while you were gone."
"I know what you mean," Shiro replied softly. "Sometimes when I was brushing my teeth I would randomly remember how you used to come over to me and wrap your arms around me, placing kisses over my back and neck trying to rush me so I could join you in bed… It was hard being away from you…"
Adam turned to look at Shiro who had become silent. "Look at me." When Shiro looked at Adam, Adam pulled him in for a soft kiss. Slowly their kisses turned deeper and more passionate. Adam pulled away before things could escalate further. "I love you Takahsi."
"I love you too Adam," Shiro said as they curled up together, looking at the sky until they both fell asleep.
Over the next few months, their bond redeveloped stronger than ever, though Adam still had doubt in the back of his mind, although it was more about him not being good enough for Shiro than anything else.
"Takashi, are you sure that you're making the right choice by choosing not to go back into space," Adam asked one night as they dug into pizza that they ordered instead of going out to eat like they had planned on doing.
"Of course babe. Why are you asking," Shiro asked softly, now knowing why Adam was in a bad mood.
"I overheard people talking about how it was unfortunate that you are choosing to stop going on missions because you want the domestic life with…with a nerd like me," Adam said quietly, intensely focused on his pepperoni pizza. "I don't want to hold you back."
"Adam," Shiro said moving his chair closer to Adam's. "Listen to me, I love you. You are not holding me back babe. I promise. Like I told you before, it was when I was up there away from you that I truly realized what I wanted. I love you and want to spend my life with my sexy nerd here on Earth. This is my choice whether or not you are in the picture."
Adam cracked a small smile. "If you're sure…I know you keep saying you are, but I don't want you to resent me someday in the future. You can go if you want. I'll wait for you this time."
"Babe, I promise I have no interest in going back up into space, but if I did, I'd take you with me but I don't want to because I had enough of it." Shiro leaned over to kiss Adam's cheek. "I love you. Besides, there's nothing wrong with wanting to live a domestic life…And just so you know again, I wouldn't go to space again if you weren't in my life so you really aren't holding me back, I swear."
"I'm sorry that I was so upset that we changed our plans of going out to eat," Adam told him blinking back tears.
"Don't apologize babe. It's more than fine. Besides, I like nights in with you and pizza is good," Shiro told Adam with a smile.
When they were done eating, Shiro pulled Adam into his arms and led them to their bedroom, shushing him as he said something about cleaning up. "I'll clean up later," Shiro said as he cuddled with Adam in their bed. "So, who do I need to beat up?"
Adam chuckled. "No one…I'm not going to tell you who said it and I hope you'll keep this between us."
Shiro gently kissed Adam. "Of course."
"The reason it bothered me so much is because that's something I'm insecure about. I know that you have sworn up and down you have no interest in going back to space and I do believe you, I just don't want you to be unhappy with your decision especially if it's because of or for me."
"That's only a small part of my reasoning babe. I want to be here on Earth with you," Shiro said kissing Adam all over. "I want to be your husband. Maybe adopt some children."
Adam snorted. "Haven't you already done that?"
Shiro laughed. "That doesn't count because they all have families and you weren't there. I want children with you."
Adam smiled. "When we get married I want to take your last name. It's something I've always wanted to do."
Shiro's heart melted and he leaned forward to kiss him. "I think Adam Shirogane has a nice ring to it," he whispered before they slowly made love.
"Hmm. That was great babe but don't forget to clean up before you fall asleep," Adam reminded Shiro who groaned.
"But I don't want to move."
"You should have thought about that before we had sex."
"Well, you shouldn't be so sexy," Shiro responded as he reluctantly got out of bed.
Adam smiled at Shiro. "I love you Takashi."
Shiro smiled softly at his boyfriend and kissed his forehead. "Love you too." Shiro happily rejoined Adam in bed 20 minutes later. "Adam, do you feel better now?"
Adam rolled over to face Shiro. "Yeah."
"Good. You should ignore whoever said it. It's my life and I will do what makes me happy and you make me happy," Shiro told him seriously.
"You doing me makes me happy as well," Adam replied with a smirk.
Shiro laughed and pulled Adam close to him. "I love you."
"Love you too. Goodnight."
"Goodnight."
