He blinked in surprise at that, but it took him only a moment to gather his thoughts in order to return the hug, just as tight, and then maybe a tighter little squeeze for good measure.
"I'll keep that in mind. But I'd rather you not get sick. Just saying." A crack of a smile and he pulled back just a little, enough to settle back in against her, a hand muffling the cough that rattled his chest.