Rowan gave a soft chuckle into her hair as he settled back, letting her get adjusted.
"I agree, you could have." He pulled her head down gently by the back of it to his chest, letting her settle against him.
"But I wanted to carry you." He loosely wrapped his arms around her, looking towards the view they had.
"So, let's just sit like this for a moment."
The bear smiled to him, hand coming up to touch Xavier's hand on his face.
"You have.. no obligation.. to me, Xavier. We.. aren't mates." He looked a little bit sad at the statement, but it was nonetheless true.
"You have to.. go back.. anyway. Need to be.. there for the changes.. and.. the funeral.. I'll be fine.." He chuckled lightly.
"This isn't.. my first time.. in a hospital.. And I.. have my phone."