He at least hasn't gotten weaker, now he's recovered from all the bruising and the hypothermia.

He smiles back, happy to see her excited at him returning the affection. He leans down again, returning his attention to her neck, kissing behind her ear, nipping a little at her earlobe, as he slides his hands under her arms.

He can use both hands to cup her breasts now, gently massaging them, playing with her nipples. She might not need all this foreplay right now, but he sure loves doing it anyway.