[He nods.] Labels can be difficult when the streamline between confirmed mutual interest to something like a marriage, or consort, or concubine was always so prevalent.

I would be fine with suitor. Or partner or paramour. [He kisses her hand again.] Since....well, you have more experience in regards to these things. I would be fine with a word that feels good to you.

Part of me belongs to you and part of you belongs to me and that's what mattes.