Since you were captured a month ago by the enemy and rescued, his heart ached for you. He wanted revenge, but, knowing it would make you upset, be decided against it.

When he was at base while you were recovering, he was with you. While he was away, he was face timing you, like today.

"Hey, love. Look! A dear!" He said in an excited whisper, moving the camera to show you a deer in the forest where he was.