He wraps his arms around her and her eyes fall closed, this simple gesture of affection far more powerful than she'd ever imagined it could be. She nuzzles his cheek, pulling up just enough to find his mouth. Soft kisses still, in lieu of words.

But only for a moment, and then she's relaxing again, trying to find a place where her arms are comfortable without giving up her place astride him. Her head rests on his shoulder, and she doesn't seem to be in any hurry to move or speak or break this spell in any way.