She laughs into the kiss, feeling lighter than she has in so long. It's almost strange to her to be happy in such an uncomplicated way, she'd nearly forgotten what it was like.

"Ah, now I know why you missed me." The smile in her voice makes the teasing clear and she can barely stand the sharp shock of how much she loves him right then. Like a jolt straight to her chest that steals her breath and makes her have to open her eyes and really look at him. It makes her need to remind herself of how beautiful he is, how real he is.

He's all wiry strength and warm skin against her and it's exactly what she needs right now. Something honest and delicious. "Tell me you're still mine, John. Show me you're still mine."