[There's just a soft sigh as he gives her what she seeks—but it's a little rough, as if cutting her off.]

Don't.

[A small bite of her lower lip as he looks down at her with heated, demanding gaze.]

If you're going to make me accept your words, then you have to accept mine.

[Especially when he still feels like he failed her. Only once his words are out does he relent.]

...From the very beginning... You've always been saving me. I wouldn't be here like this without you...