Pfft. I should be the one thanking you, don't you think? [ Another kiss to his temple as she begins to stroke his hair again. ] I'm only here to stay because you waited to save me all this time.

[ It shouldn't be a surprise with how much has changed and how much time - for him - has passed... but for all that's exactly as it should be, something has certainly changed. She's so used to him looking right through her without the slightest bit of effort that it feels strange to suddenly be so easily able to do the same in return. ]

I won't ever make you wait again. I promise.