"Oh! I thought it would be something horrid, like cleaning out a latrine or something like that." George said with audible relief. His mum had kissed him goodnight hundreds of times -- if nothing else, it would be dashed easy.

Haha, awwwwwwww.

This is so romantic. I love the repetition of George realizing it was a moment that could be a kiss, and finally taking a chance. <3