But I caught you. [ She gave Kaede's hand a squeeze, leaning further against her... and further still, taking care to watch her knees as she found herself straddling her Bonded, as close as could be and while still being able to hold her gaze, her other hand moving to Kaede's cheeks. ]

Back then... I asked you to trust me... And every day I find myself thanking every star in the heavens that you agreed.