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He did not use many words but she understood, and his support was appereciated.  This was what they had.  So this was what would be.

Then there was mild confusion.  Why would it be stupid if it were true?  Love was a natural part of this bond they now shared.  She knew it in the glowing affection of her own sentiment, the warmth of him there now, and the way her thoughts softened and rounded whenever they touched upon him.

Why stupid?  She knew this; surely others did too, or would with time.  She saw no reason to hide nor announce this herself.  It only mattered what they felt.