"And she is a lovely woman."

Not just literally. Lyn's an absolute delight to interact with, and becoming her friend, then her "something more" was one of the bright spots in an otherwise unhappy life. As cliche as it sounds, Lyn really was the first person who really understood him as an individual, and he was willing to help a poorly-socialised young woman adapt to the world in a way that didn't overwhelm her or expose her to anyone unsavory during the process.

"She makes me feel ... complete..."