"I will strive to keep you comfortable," he says. And if that means occasionally bringing her another item to add to her 'hoard' - then he will do so, to ensure that there is something being added, to increase the level of charge in their home.

He allows his forehead to fall against hers gently.

"Nor do I deserve you. But we have each other, now," he reaches for her hand on his chest, intertwines their fingers against his skin. "And we will make the most of it."