Sayuri had felt much the same as she cast the spell. She wanted to be honest and open herself to him as well. Part of her wondered if that was why the spell had been so potent, their wishes had made it stronger. It would make sense. The strength of the magic often was based on the strength of the will.
His words drew up a soft blush to Sayuri's cheeks. While the young woman knew that Kenshin was special to her, she'd never been sure that he felt the same way. They were master and servant. There was always the chance that his affection and loyalty only came from that. So when she heard his words, her heart swelled. "I am not afraid when I am with you. My only fear is that someday something may happen to you as well. I do no think my heart could handle it."