[Rinrou]

Laurel was silent for awhile, "Nic... I need some sort of promise," she stated quietly and a little hesitantly, "I know marriage is out of the question right now, but I need something. I just gave you the most precious thing I have to give away and as much as I trust you... I want something tangible. This vulnerability... is frightening," she admitted in a whisper.

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James' mouth shut in surprise and then he smiled, "Yue!" he exclaimed happily as he sat up, "You're actually seeking me out? You do love me," he said with a sniff.