The statement of time makes his heart beat faster. The declaration of want heats and settles him. His hands tighten on Neil, and he draws Neil back down into a heated kiss.

The dog will probably wake up, and ED-E may or may not leave the room, but Alex doesn't really care at this point. Neil came back to him seemingly more whole, and after the work Alex had set himself to this week, this is something healing for him. Something wanted.

"...I just want you," he states, breathless, when they break for air. "Only you."