Forehead to forehead and now arms, that's an improvement. Matt reaches to pull her close too and rest against the headboard and what's left of the pillows. "Thank you for telling me. I'm sorry I put you on the spot." Like this. He lightly shakes his head at himself. "I'm terrifically blessed with you and all that you are. Don't even worry about what I think. We can think about our future together as you and me."

Salt and a dip in her voice. Oh Verity. "I love you," he says again with certainty and he tips her chin to be able to kiss one eye lid.