[Time has always felt like a bit of disorienting thing for her, but she's certain she's not doing anything too rash or rushed.]

I was hesitant at first you see, because... because I tend to end up hurt in the end. There really are only so many times someone can stand for their heart to be broken before they lose interest in this sort of thing.

But. When you were lying there... and the thought that I'd never be able to see you smile at me again struck me...

I realized that despite everything... I want to see that smile for as long as I can.