[ making a small noise in the back of his throat and settling back down, shifting a bit to rest his forehead on her shoulder ]

If that's what you want, I won't let you do it again. Just keep in mind I'm in the same boat, more or less. I know it's going to happen eventually, so as far as I'm concerned, I'd rather make as many good memories as I can, while I still can.

[ and lifting his head again ]

However, if I'm going to end up with paws, you'd be the first choice of partners.