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Peeta's shock quickly wore away leaving pleasure and desire. He leaned into Gale's kiss, opening his mouth in a gasp from the incredible sensation of fitting perfectly with someone, so unlike anything staged with Katniss. Gale took the gasp as a chance to quickly slip his tongue into Peeta's mouth, savoring the taste. Peeta gladly accepted the muscle and slid his own into the other's mouth as well. The kiss was passionate and heated, Full of relief and want and they only separated due to the need for air. As they broke apart still clutching each other and gasping for air, panting slightly they looked at each other and Gale decided to make a confession of his own.

"It's always been you for me too." Gale started, seeing Peeta's confused look he elaborated. "I've always loved you too. I remember the first time I saw you. I had gone to trade squirrels for some bread with your father, out back of the bakery. And through the open door I could see you working, you were decorating a cake with flowers and birds on it. You looked so focused and you were adorable. It's been so hard watching you fawn over Katniss." He finished, tightening his hold on Peeta.

Peeta snuggled closer into his chest, memorizing the feel of being safe and loved. Looking up, Peeta stood on his toes and tenderly kissed Gale's lips.

"I love you, you know?" Peeta said after they broke apart.

"I love you too, always." Gale said, smiling and resting his chin on Peeta's hair.