At least he wouldn't have to explain that part of their relationship, even if he had to remind her of all the rest. Moving slowly, he wrapped his arms around Romilda, bending so that his cheek rested against her ear and the familiar smell of her engulfed his senses. A fresh wave of sadness hit him at around the same time and he closed his eyes against it furiously. Taking a chance, he shifted and kissed her cheek, letting his lips rest against her skin a moment too long.