Overwhelmed? Worried? Happy? Blissful?
Nate was trying to come up with an emotion that could tag what he was feeling at that time. He was not used to Grace being like this in public, or even anywhere for that matters. What was he supposed to do here? He couldn't come up with anything. He was looking at his angel hugging him while having those shimmered teary eyes.
He finally took a decision and wrapped his arms around her waist. As soon as he did, he felt relieved. He could feel her shivering in her arms. He couldn't believe how fragile she seems. Even when they started dating, he would get nervous about hugging her, afraid if he holds to tight, she might get hurt.
By her trembles and her tears, he knew she needed to calm down. Till she did, he stood there, holding her close and doing his best to make her feel warm.
After some seconds she looked up at him with her eyes filled with innocence.
"Have you calmed down doll?", he whispered.