"Beyond tricky," I emphasize. And then my voice turns mocking. "If I were any weaker a woman, I would have cried the whole trip down to Cardiff. And the entire time I was there."

I laugh and lift my head enough to kiss the crook of his head. That bit of love making wasn't as strong as it usually is. And it'll be a while - a good eight months or longer - until we return to that point. But it was enough to make me feel connected with him again. A renewal of sorts.

"But instead, you have to settle with me. Your stubborn, brash, and bold Chuol-se who absolutely demands you make those chocolate chip pancakes. With a side of sausage. And possibly even bacon as well."

I smile up at him. I am eating for two again, after all.