[Bruce's smile widens when Hikaru squeezes his shoulders. The years he spent alone, on the run, and even the past couple of years in Manhattan, trying not to get too close to anyone, have made him crave this kind of affection in ways he doesn't even consciously realize.]

I'll take your word for it. [there's a pause] Not because I'm just saying that, but because you understand it, probably better than I do.

[He sighs, shifting a little against Hikaru, but only to get slightly more comfortable.] I almost feel like I could go back to sleep, but I'm not sure I want to try.