Hayato paused for a moment in surprise... he had thought... Ryuutaro didn't wants him close. This was what he was afraid of, yet so desperately wanted.

"Th-this is okay right? It's alright if I-I hold you?"

He started to tremble but still placed his hands gently on Ryuutaro's back, resisting the urge to embrace him until Ryuutaro told him it was okay.