That is exactly what he feared was happening. It couldn't be! He had gone through so much to bring her back. He doesn't let his panic show, though, not wanting to hurt her more.

He moved to her side and plopped down next to her. "Don't say that," he said gently. "I'll always come for you. Just as I know, you'll always do what you can to protect me.

That's what people do when they care about each other."

He held out his hand to her.