This story is so-o-o-o refreshing! I've gone through so many "Gal Mistreats Timid Guy Cuz She's A Sadist" stories that I almost lost hope a "sane" story would be told.
From its inception the story has been sweet, fun, encouraging and a delight. The gal may be stronger than the guy, but it's not because she's reaching over to steal power of any kind in order to gain some "empowerment." Her eye is on her guy, and his eye is on his gal. I pity the poor guy or gal that tries to interfere with these two. I'm sure, if the story went down that path, that their restoration would only make them stronger. (What doesn't kill you ... ?)