He wouldn't be surprised if she outlived him. After all, while the wraith's diet had changed, their ways of moving up the ranks had not. Did her dependence upon him mean that he had to live no matter what? Make sure he remained commander for the rest of her life? Hard questions with even hard answers.

For now he supposed things would be okay. And he dare not bring any of it up with her for a very long time.

"I'll remain in your life." he chuffed, pulling her in for another kiss to silence her and her thoughts which were turning inward. Todd laid down, pulling her with him and caressing her bare skin.