While he tried to respond to the kiss, the worry over the answer distracted him. The lingering fear of a reject remained even with how close they were and how much he knew they loved each other. Marriage took things to a whole other level and some never wanted to roam there.

Apparently, Sam wanted to. Grin spreading across T'challa's face, he offered a more passionately involved kiss as the ring slid fully onto Sam's finger. He made sure to settle it into place, kissing even deeper, tongue running along Sam's bottom lip.