The hand at his neck moved to settle more firmly there, thumb moving up to trace over the edge of his jaw. "Heightened stamina and durability, Phil. They go a long way."

She moved to lean into him slightly, her other hand coming up to rest on his chest. "We can talk about it all you like, but I wouldn't be doing it out of obligation or anything similar. I'd definitely be doing it because I want to. Very much."