[im feelin' feelsy] "I love you."
Connor was in complete disbelief after the story Cerina told him. She had clearly been through so much in her life...just as Connor had. And she, much like him, never lost sight of what was important in her life.
"Cerin, I had no idea....I'm sorry. For everything."
He scooted closer to the rogue as she was still reeling from her re-telling of her backstory. It involved the child she had, so of course, it was a subject that was more than difficult to approach.
"You know...although we are quite different...we're also the same in a sense. I know it took a lot for you to disclose what you've told me. And I just want you to know that...I'll always be here for you."
Connor softly draped his arms around Cerina, looking into her bold and near tearful eyes.
The Assassin held the Rogue closer, softly caressing her back and her hair, and began to rock slightly in an attempt to lull her into relaxing. "It's ok...I'll stay as long as you need me..."