[she likes this, though - she likes the claim, the way he means it. there's nothing like the hells in the way that he holds her, kisses her. not ownership, just warmth, a stake in her life.]

That's what I like to hear. [she murmurs, closing her eyes.] I think we can both be selfish, after everything.

[a beat.]

This is so much different than what I thought my ending was going to be. It's a little crazy to think about.