[if he thinks she's staying with him for only his sake she's going to noogie him until his hat turns into dust,]

Sure, you're not the only one, but you've gotten on me for saying the same thing. [she ribs him gently, voice soft.] I'm okay. Today was rough, but mostly I'm in good shape. I worry you keep putting yourself out of the way to look after me, to make sure I'm happy, and that's very sweet. I love you for it, but we're partners.

[she presses a kiss to his forehead, to the bridge of his nose, to his lips.]

Right?