Branch and Poppy had finally spent the night together as a couple, and it was everything they had hoped for. As the morning sun peeked through the curtains, Branch woke up first and lay there watching Poppy sleep soundly. The teal troll couldn't help but feel a little overwhelmed with emotion.
He leaned in close to her, wanting to wake her up with a gentle kiss. But just as his lips were about to touch hers, he hesitated. Branch was suddenly overcome with embarrassment and didn't know if it was the right thing to do.
Poppy, sensing his hesitation, opened her eyes and looked at him with a sweet smile on her face. "Well, if you won't do it, I will," The Pop Queen said, leaning in to give him a kiss.
Branch's heart skipped a beat as their lips met, and he couldn't help but feel grateful that Poppy was so understanding and patient with him. They spent the rest of the morning cuddled up in bed, talking about their future together and making plans for their next date.
It was a perfect start to a new chapter in their relationship, and Branch knew that he was lucky to have found someone like Poppy who accepted him and loved him for who he was. He couldn't wait to see what the future held for them as long as he was with Poppy.