I loved it too, and I agree with you on the shipping: for me, they're an intant otp, not because they are too hot to handle together, but because there is caring and affection, and love. They don't just protect each other, and do stupid things for each other, they *want* to protect each other, want to care for each other, want to lessen the pain, etc. The want is almost tangible.

I'd love some good fic about how they make each other feel safe.