For an hour, the narrator describes a moment of deep connection and creation that transcends the physical. It is a blend of emotions and intangible qualities, resulting in something noble and profound that exists outside the material world. This moment signifies a unique bond that is more about spirit and essence than physical attributes.

And from the turn of his throat, the warmth of his hair, the strong, slender sinews of his hands, something further; which had. Though she combed the earth and searched through the smoke of the galaxies there was no being she wanted but this, who was not and should not be for Philippa Somerville.