Patroclus' eyes fluttered closed for an instant when she kissed his cheek, and he was surprised that even now, a sign of affection from Helen could have that effect on him. God he loved her, and he always would. "I love you too," he said quietly. "I can take you to Briseis' if you want me to? You'll be safe there, yes." She was crying and he reached out, despite himself, and wiped the tears from her cheek with his thumb.