His kiss was happily accepted and returned with tenderness. She gently caressed the side of his face before settling down next to him. Her head naturally found its resting place on his chest beneath his shoulder. This was much preferred lying on her side facing away from him. She knew deep down that this moment was likely the calm before the storm, but for now it was all she had to cling to in order to avoid completely shutting down emotionally. "Yes," she agreed, "it is too late." One eyebrow rose, and she wondered if he could feel the smirk that was on her face. "Tomorrow morning then, I shall allow you to repay your debt."