He returns the kiss readily and reaches up to unclasp the collar before Alaric can settle in again, though he's careful to keep the metal in contact with his love until he can rest it on Alaric's back once he's settled again. The ward would wear off soon enough, but better not to jolt him with it's removal when he was ready to relax.

"My pleasure." And he was absolutely earnest in that, there was very little else he would rather do than be near Alaric and pet his hair until he slept. His fingers ran through the strands in practiced strokes and he leaned against the couch with his opposite shoulder as though guarding over him.