He held her close, lifting her off her knees and onto him so she was laying on him. Erik purred, "Good" Quietly he began to kiss her cheeks free of any stray tears. He couldn't stand to see her so distressed. She was just so nice, and kind. He wanted her to stay. Perhaps it was out of his own selfishness, but he wanted her to stay with him. Erik continued to kiss her gently, hoping she would return his affection.