Maedhros will spend all the time it takes to piece him back together. He knew he was important to his brother before it all came to an end, but he hadn't a clue how important. Now he is beginning to see and he is reluctant to let Maglor go for even a few moments.

If he is holding him, he is safe.

"Shhh don't say that." he doesn't know if the Valar are listening, "You have lost enough because of me. If there is a way for me to return, let me bear the brunt of any punishment."