During one of his visits, Olly teaches Madeline how to do a handstand. After an extended period of trying and falling, she succeeds in doing one by herself. Excited, she tries again and almost falls, but Olly catches her by holding her bare ankle to keep her upright. It’s the first time they’ve touched, and his hand sends intense sensations through Madeline. She and Olly are both aware of this physical connection, and Olly cautiously reaches out to touch one of Madeline’s fingers. Madeline responds by holding Olly’s entire hand, and they hold hands until Carla comes to send Olly home. Later, the two IM about it, and Olly implies that he wants to kiss Madeline, sending her even further into obsession and bliss. Madeline researches how to kiss, since she’s never done it before.

These documents are illustrations of Madeline’s research on kissing, including preparations, the physical motions necessary for a successful kiss, and places to practice kissing.

At their next meeting, Olly and Madeline kiss. It’s a thrilling and passionate experience for them both, and they discuss it over IM later. They agree that they should be careful to ensure Madeline doesn’t get sick from being exposed to Olly, but they aren’t sorry about what they did.