"Yes," Coraline said quickly, sucking in her breath before her hand clasped tight. Coraline still didn't understand why he thought she knew more than he did or more of what she wanted, she was just sure. "Okay, o-okay."

She let out a shaky breath, touching her lips against his and parting his lips as she kissed him slowly. That was easier, that was easier than a lot of things. Just like breathing even if it kept hurting to breathe. It didn't hurt with Percy, it just felt good.