He raised an eyebrow when she went still, wondering what it was that she was studying so intently. He glanced down, looking to his hand, and noticed the subtle differences; watching as the scars and burn marks returned. Evidently he had run out of time. He was certainly glad he was in the safety of her apartment in this moment.
When she leaned up and pressed her lips against his, his handsettled against the back of her head, her thumb moving in small gentle circles over her neck. He parted his lips partially, wanting to deepen the kiss as well as to savor the moment.