Our time has been brief, but I very much doubt that, Elizabeth.

[His words won't stop a lifetime of doubt, but he'll gladly offer them freely and with as much sincerity as he is capable of. Her words make him thankful that he even considered opening up to her, and lacking in any regrets. His smile is genuine, even when his words take a slightly fouler turn.]

...I can't make the promise that such a thing might not happen. I lead a very dangerous life and this is a dangerous place for both of us.

[He tucks a hand under her chin to get a good look at her face.]

What I can promise is that we'll make good of the time we do have, should something bad happen. I anything should, I'd rather leave better memories over none.

[He presses a kiss against her lips.]