[As a matter of fact, it did make her feel a little better to know he shared the same sentiments even with the small trace of guilt that accompanied such a way of thinking. It was a sentiment she wasn't unfamiliar with, but that would be her own struggle contend with as she slowly lets go of his hands, nodding once in understanding.]

So it would seem, we'll just... have to talk it over again once we've come to terms with them.

[Maybe. She wasn't about to say it out loud, but the tension the little sprig had caused was taking a strange toll that would undoubtedly leave her feeling exhausted by the end of the evening. The amount of bravery it was taking seemed way out of proportion for what many would call an innocent situation.]

Don't feel as if you're obligated to answer, though. With this or something else, if there's anything you ever want to tell me then do so when you want to.