[The kiss surprises him—but he accepts it wholeheartedly and returns it in kind. There's only a slight wince from the soreness his body feels when he leans more into her, but he just ignores it.]
I will.
[Once upon a time he would have questioned and have those uncertainties, but she has proven time and time again that she would persevere. He of course won't take it for granted, but he knows he can rely on her love and her.
But he notices her hesitation, and after waiting a moment to see if she would speak for herself, he slowly opens his mouth.]
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I will.
[Once upon a time he would have questioned and have those uncertainties, but she has proven time and time again that she would persevere. He of course won't take it for granted, but he knows he can rely on her love and her.
But he notices her hesitation, and after waiting a moment to see if she would speak for herself, he slowly opens his mouth.]
What is it?