The look that crosses James' face melts something deep in Liam's heart, and he reaches out to pull his reaper in to a tight hug. "Don't need to thank me. I promise, never gonna do anything that's going to put you in that situation ever again. And hey, I'm sure Val'll know what to do."

The final bit is a bit more cheery as he nuzzles into James' shoulder, "she knows pretty much everything. Even if she's a head-stealing asshole sometimes."