"Oh, trust me, this is all new," he said softly, relaxing once she reassured him. "I had no idea what was going on. And she never kissed me, touched me, held me like you do. Just because I was there didn't mean I learned anything." He lifted his hand to cup her chin, pulling her lips to his again, kissing her with full, deep need. His legs spread a little beneath her, his hips pushing against hers in kind. His hand trailed from her chin to her throat, caressing her skin with a gentle touch. "You're all I want in this life," he murmured when the kiss broke. "I wish we could stay here and forget the world outside. God, wouldn't that be nice? To live in peace and comfort with each other." He nuzzled his nose against hers. "When this is over, let's do that. Just for a little while."