As a rule, he surrounded his wife with little attentions, placing a cushion at her back, and altogether playing the part of the devoted husband. 
In addition to placing a cushion at her back, he also brought her some food.
mnli hypothesis: In addition to placing a cushion at her back, he also brought her some food. premise: As a rule, he surrounded his wife with little attentions, placing a cushion at her back, and altogether playing the part of the devoted husband. 