She smiled softly at him, breaking the hug and continuing to hold his hand.

"Whatever it is, I enjoy the closeness that it has brought. I feel more connected to you than I ever have any other human or being on this planet."

She looked down, a blush taking her cheeks.

"I feel like you are with me, even when we are apart."

Their scar served as a reminder to her of the showing of David's feelings towards her. She knew he felt something, but what was it. Neither of them had yet to say the words. When she would try, she'd choke.