Two is Better Than One

Reassurances

        "I don't know why you stay with me. Even from the beginning I've just been a wreck." He places a hand on each of her cheeks, making sure her blue eyes look into his own.

        "Don't say that. I remember the first day and you weren't a wreck. And you aren't now. You never have been. You just," he searches for the right words in his head. "You're just beautifully misunderstood." Doubt still remains, obvious in her facial expression. His hands move down to hold hers. "Aislinn, I knew I wanted to be with you the moment I saw you." He kisses her gently. "I love you."

        "I love you too, Dimitri." Love and compassion undoubtedly shine in her eyes.