Daniel opened his mouth to say something about rejection but she stopped him and he closed his mouth again. He glanced at his right hand briefly as she mentioned Ally's ring, unconsciously curling his fingers so it was hidden. He didn't know how to explain, that the ring wasn't a reminder or a tribute or anything anymore... Now it was more a comfort thing, something to focus on when his mind tried to defeat him.
He lay there listening to her talk, reaching up to swipe at the tears he finally felt on his face.
"I am," he whispered, his voice cracking slightly. "I am yours."