It would take incredible power to pull Sheena away from Albel, since she had no intention of letting go of him right now. Even if they were physically apart, they wouldn't be separated, but that could wait for another time. Right now, she was going to hold on for as long as she could.

Looking up, she met his gaze and nodded. She was doing much, much better now, too. Unlike him, Sheena didn't feel vulnerable or distracted by this attachment. (She was always emotional.) If anything, it gave her strength and determination. His strength and determination.

She returned the hug, but was soon looking up again. Sliding a hand up to behind his head, she brought him closer to capture his lips with hers.

And while she was doing that, Corrine darted a look at Mogdelina that clearly said "about damn time".