The words made him blush, and perhaps they always would. Francis smiled and rest his head against Edmund's and he leaned into the hug as his eyes closed. This was the human contact he yearned for and a connection. He couldn't have found anyone better than the man in his arms. A hand moved to run through Edmund's hair and he shook his head just a little.

"You do not need to apologize. I am the one who made you run in the rain to take a piss."He laughed lightly and nuzzled into the warm body he held and was held by. "I am lucky to be here and have you so close. I don't ask anything from you. just being in your presence is more than I could dream of." He said softly and sighed happily. "Thank you for just being you Edmund."He said softly and hugged him closer for a brief moment.