Rewrite the following so it is less melodramatic:
NAME_1's heart rate increased, excitement and fear warring within him. He couldn't deny that he wanted this, but he also knew the dangers that came with it. The risks of getting caught or exposed were enormous.

But the stranger didn't seem to care about any of that. He sauntered over to NAME_1, his body language oozing confidence. "Come on then," he said, throwing an arm around NAME_1's shoulder and leading him deeper into the alley.

NAME_1 followed, his heart in his throat as the stranger pulled him into a steamy kiss. The immediate reaction between the two men was electric, the heavy air filled with lustful anticipation.
