He sighs in relief, wrapping his arms around Dorian in return, placing a hand on the back of his head. "I'm so glad, I hope to rest more easily now as well, knowing you've some comfort and assurance."

This hug finally feels right because of it. It's been too long, some nine months, since anything felt right with Dorian. Maybe now they have a chance again, maybe now Dorian's trauma can heal properly.