"That's part of the reason I'm here," he teased gently. The other, bigger part of why he was there was simply to spend time with someone he loves. Su-jin's a caretaker at his core, so looking after others -- especially those he loves -- was so very important to him. Even if it was as simple a thing as helping Silvio get across the room and into the bathtub.

He went at Silvio's pace, keeping hold of his hand and using the other to rest on his wolf's back. If Silvio needed more support, Su-jin would give it. Once Silvio was in the bath, Su-jin helped to ease him to sit down in the lukewarm water.

"How's the water? And do you want me to sit in front of you or behind?"