Elle's eyes went wide as he was slapped, the shock of the action leaving him stunned for a moment, safe to say that he didn't see that coming.
His hand came up to rub his cheek softly, he didn't hurt but it had been a surprise.
When Garen swore and pulled him closer he cuddled in against in again, clinging to the man tightly.
He wanted to apologize again for upsetting Garen but thought it best not too, instead he just kissed the man's neck.