"Mm. A shower sounds good. You'll let me wash you, right? Get your hair and everything? I love being able to take care of you."

Steve could wait. He wasn't happy about it, and it worried the hell out of him, but he could be patient. Plaguing the man with questions would only drive James away, hurting them both. His lover needed him to be a comfort, not a yet a confidant.

Annoying man.

He just cuddled James closer, stroking the man's nape in a soothing motion, his other arm holding James tight to his chest. Being big and warm was a blessing at times. He never had to worry about someone feeling comforted by his presence.