"Okay," They probably won't ever be safe, but that's what she needs to hear right now. She appreciates his willingness.

She swallows, her breathing still trembling, awkwardly trying to wipe off that wet spot on his autobrand with her wrist.

What she really wants, is to die. But Drift is right, that would be letting him win. And it would be letting them down. All of them. After they worked so hard to get her back. And she, despite everything, still wants to stay with them.

"Y'know. You're still my h-kh-" Her voice catches, "Hero."