Firm.
Unyielding.
Capable of dealing great injury.
Always a part of him, even when he wished otherwise.
Responsive to the touch of one who knew how to do it right; fitting perfectly against him.
Always with him, even when they were physically apart.
Capable of bringing great peace.
Essential.
Vital.
As Robin looked up at Marian's astonished face, he knew he had failed to express what he was trying to say to her. He had rehearsed this in his head for weeks now, and it still had not come out the way he wished.
Hopefully, she would understand...
She did.