"You love it," he laughed, softly and huskily, his eyes still closed, his lips brushing hers as he spoke. He felt her pause in the kiss when he had returned his lips to hers, but her hand on his face was enough encouragement for him not to worry. "I love you, Vic," he murmured. "I'm not going to let anything hurt you ever again." Keeping his eyes shut, he licked his lips before kissing her again, lifting her back slightly on the bed, silently thanking her for encouraging him to improve his muscles.