Now that Eli was latched on to Shannon, he was fading fast and making quiet little noises at the massage. He was definitely enjoying it and he'd be upset later to find out he fell asleep during that. He'll have to pay him back with a massage of his own to help with his sore muscles.

For now though, he nuzzled Shannon's neck happily and sighed contentedly. "Best life-mate," he murmured softly before sleep caught up to him and his body shut down. He was out like a light.