“Do you love me?”

The Doctor tilted his head and frowned.

“I… I know I’m not as affectionative in this regeneration…” he sighed. “But am I really THAT bad at showing how I feel for you?” He pauses for a little while longer before walking over and wrapping his arms around him.

“Yes, Koschei, I do. I have done since the Academy.” He presses a light kiss to the top of his head.