He cooed pleasantly at her touch, relishing every caress as he smiled at her, happy that she was receptive to the idea. And perhaps in time they would strengthen their relationship further.

"I would welcome that too, Dejah. If yeh make sure yeh leave a window open enough Heed can come inside so we can share each other's company, and the bed too." He patted back her matted hair and kissed her again, this time on the cheek.