Even as she hugged him, he didn't return it, arms heavy with guilt and remorse. "There is nothing wonderful here and you know that. I know that. I'm just..." Simon paused, eyes closing and reluctantly returning the hug, arms loose around her waist. "I was sent away for a reason. We were separated for a reason."
Simon let out a breath, a soft sigh that shook at the end. "I'm... dangerous. People shouldn't act the way I do. The way I feel..." He paused, trying to gather his words. "It's not right. It's not... healthy." Simon pulled away, shrugging out of her embrace. "Do you know what I saw in the mirror? What started it all?"