Cullen twines his arms up Alistair's back, drawing him closer.

It surprises him, a little, that Alistair should be wordless about this. (Not that he's complaining.) It's -- it's the best possible outcome. Cullen will be free to leave, in perhaps as soon as a few weeks. They can go wherever they like. Do whatever they like.

(Cullen might have to request time to allow him to sleep for a week.)