He hoped beyond all hope that they would know back home, somehow, that they would find each other again and they would heal together. Whomever had taken her was going to be dealing with a very angry and fiery boyfriend whenever he found them.

Might cause more paperwork for poor Rama. He'll understand.

He took the bite of food from her. With the way they were headed, he was already wanting more of her, so he placed the plate onto the side table and rolled them over so he was topping her, taking her hand into his and entwining their fingers as he grinned at her.

"If you're okay with it, I definitely still want you. As long as you're comfortable, though. If you're not, I can control myself."