It is a rather daring thing, and not one that Ned was expecting. It's over in a moment and he brings a hand up to his cheek in surprise, laughing suddenly, head falling forward. He's smiling so hard his cheeks hurt and he is utterly, completely happy.

With a quick little glance around to make sure they are still alone, he returns the kiss, just at the corner of Ginsberg's mouth. It leaves him feeling bold and radiant. Like he's invincible. Even if they can't be too openly affectionate in public, they can snatch moments like this, defiantly.

Buoyed by that kiss, Ned finds himself blurting, in a thoroughly embarrassing manner, "I'm, I genuinely- you and I-" Oh god, he's messing it all up. In a rush, he finishes, "I really like you."