I love him, and I trust him, I know he loves me, but it's not just that. Both him and Bo have said that I'm different in the future. I'll go mad if I don't see it for myself, see what they're seeing in me. Because honestly? I don't know if I can.

And I definitely don't trust this place to stay around forever, I can't. I gotta be ready for the worst. But believe me, I won't let you go without a fight. [ His wink was brief, and he wrapped an arm around Nico's shoulders so he could hold him close. ]

That's... actually the best thing I could hope for him. He doesn't need to remember all the shite his mum and I put him through. He should have another chance, a better one, yeah? I mean, he doesn't need to be a hero or anything, but he shouldn't be forced through the muck again.

[ With his other hand, he found one of Nico's and held it warmly beneath the water. ]

Thanks for telling me that, love.

[ He knew it wasn't easy for him to talk about anything to do with Bianca. ]