Frostfire Ridge something for the soul

The flushed expression from the woman made his own heart flutter, skipping a few beats. Then when she complimented him? Oh, that only made it worse. It gave him a small chill. She thought he would be a good father. Was this her way of agreeing with the bond he thought they shared? Only one way to find out.

Blinking quickly, he knew the move would need to be subtle, yet hasty, lest he miss out on the opportunity. Almost at the exact second her eyes met the ground, Inutsuk swooped his muzzle low and gave a short stroke of his tongue upon her cheek. He was never a man much known for his flirtatiousness, but if there was any way to catch a courtier's eye, a kiss would do just the trick. 

Although the gesture hadn't made him uncomfortable, he worried that it had with her. Was it too soon? Was the whole thing just flawed to begin with?