He waited because he was a dumb bloke afraid of looking like some awkward loser, but he thought that was all behind them. Now it felt like they were starting over even though he knew how it all wound up at home. He missed his wife and son. He couldn't deny that even if he liked the village. He was also worried ever since she mentioned all the different things people did here. They weren't that far apart in age, but he worried she'd click better with someone else. Still, right then? It felt right. He wanted to comfort her, but she comforted him just by being near. "No," he said hurriedly. "I mean you are not that young, um, I mean I am not that old, I mean, er, we don't have to just jump in this. I promise. No pressure. Am I pressuring you? I'll stop. Honest."