"Let us hope the lesson does not require the world or his friends to suffer. He does not like to do things by half measures." She snorted when he became grabby again and stroked his hair as he nuzzled close. They were warriors and responsible for the protection of two god-cities as well as Midgard, a little stolen time for themselves was enjoyable. She smiled and stroked his face. "My dear Ares, my fiery warmth."