Elijah took the snuggling m as a sign that Ric wanted him to stay, which, admittedly, surprised him. He wasn't adverse to the idea, though, so he settled more comfortably next to him, around him. He hadn't slept like this in forever, didn't really expect to sleep, honestly, but the warmth of Ric's body and the rhythm of his breath and heart were soothing, and soon he was gone, as well.