Palpable relief flooded Beth at his words. He wasn't offended by her confession, and he had feelings for her, too! It was as if her dreams were coming true. Of course, it wasn't going to be easy, but she knew that already. How could it be, when Madison so cruelly ripped people away at a moment's notice?
She reached out and took his hand, and squeezed it tightly.
"I can't promise that Madison Valley won't take me away. I wish I could, but I can't. I can tell you that I don't want to leave, and that I'll do everything in my power to stay. And I can promise you that I'll always be honest with you. And true to you."