['Really good at words' you don't say. But Shiro just tips his head against Keith's palm, kissing his fingertips.]

You aren't good with smalltalk, Keith. And you don't have to be - you've always had the right words when they matter.

[Not just to him, but to everyone. Keith doesn't see himself as a leader, but Shiro does. Always has.]

But if you-- want to show me.

[He wanted to take things slow. For Keith's benefit. For the same reason that Keith was trying to go slow for him. Maybe he should just... let the chips fall where they may. They've never been conventional. Why start now?]

Then you have my permission.