He lets out a long breath and pulls her to him, just holding her close and tight for a long moment then kisses her lightly again and nods.

"We should probably get up then. And Stephanie... this is just another reason and another way in which I love you."

he smiles at her, the hint of tears there in his eyes as he rises and looks around. Before he can say much, there is am knock on the door and he blinks.

"Must be our orders..."