Felih's ears pin further back when the shade calls him a comfort creature, another jab at his already broken heart, and more tears run down his face before he's startled by Hades suddenly holding him close.

Comfort creature or no, Hades cares for him somehow. Even if it's not love, even if it's just as replacement, or comfort- Hades wants him still.

"It would better unburden his heart to be rid of you," is Felih's retort to the shade, as he cuddles closer against his beloved, still protectively between his mate and the shade.