[Not everyone is open to the idea of men kissing back in Boone's world either, but for the most part people have better things to worry about. Boone has never had a problem with it, the same way he doesn't have a problem with ghouls or super mutants just as long as they're nice enough to him. The only people he'll judge immediately are raiders and slavers. He gets the feeling he wouldn't like living in Niko's world.

When he moves closer, Boone resists the urge to lean away. This is a terrible idea, he's sure of it now. His eyes flick between Niko's eyes and his lips, trying to figure out what he's thinking, if he's already regretting leaning in. He gives him some time to change his mind, to move away again. He almost hopes that does- but when he doesn't, Boone finally relents and leans in a little. Not enough to let their lips touch, but enough to tell Niko he has his permission to go ahead. It's just a kiss. They'll do it, and then they'll forget about it. Maybe later on, they'll even joke about it. If they're really friends, this won't change anything. That's the important part.]