The first part, about the two: comfortable. As well as, on s different level, moving.
Then the diary. I understand the plot/narrative need of ending this chapter with the first diary entry. But is it "logical"? Wouldn't you open a book you found on, precisely, the first page?
Oh well, no matter. In general lines, we know what will transpire, later. But it is beautifully written, and will keep me reading!