He had myriad other things to worry about, his first time. He's trying to keep hers simple. He rubs the area between her shoulder blades with his palm. We should find some place secure.

He's a little anxious. He can't help it, in new territory and without knowing the lay of the land. His hands are on her, but he's looking around the meadow and sniffing the wind. The sun is setting, but they should have more than enough time to find what he's looking for.