He was ecstatic when she tucked herself further into his arms, having the answer to his question. She enjoyed his presence, atleast physically, as much as he did hers. He wrapped his arms around her more securely, moving his head just next to hers. Honestly, with all of the excitement recently, he hadn't sleep much, something that was clearly reflected in her as well, with the way she seemed to be nodding off in his arms. Not that he minded, it felt good to have her in his arms, and if she fell asleep in them, than they would be like this for much longer.

Her words brought a smile to his lips, and he softly whispered into her ear. "Perhaps... But you're going to be my fool, soon enough..." He closed his eyes, shifting her slightly so that he could get into a better position, resting his chin just on her shoulder as he prepared to fall asleep himself. He brushed a lock of her hair out of his face, before idly stroking her back as he held her.

Marken remembered the way she had held a dagger to his throat, highly doubting that this was a wise course of action. He didn't really care, though, he simply enjoyed the feeling of her in his arms too much. He was comfortable holding Ella in his embrace, where he could nuzzle into her, an affectionate act that he was curious why he wanted to do it so badly. He took a deep breath through his nose, taking in her smell, before letting out a sigh of relief. If he didn't play his cards right, he may very well end up in a position where she could manipulate him, not that he expected her to. For now, though, such matters were in the back of his head, instead focusing on the feeling of the girl in his arms as he drifted to sleep.