"Of course." So much loneliness, a vulnerability Eric hid from the world, but never from Godric.

Godric had chosen London because he desired the opportunities of the city and to live with his progeny again after so long. But easing Eric's loneliness was equally important to him, especially with Eric separated from Pam, and Nora occupied with her work.

Tilting his head up to find Eric's mouth, Godric kissed him softly in wordless assurance he was really here and not going anywhere soon.