"Beauty is something to be treasured, Nicky," Justin said patiently. "But it truly is only skin deep. If nothing of value lies beneath, what is the point? I am...believe what you may, but I am not trying to coerce you into something you do not wish to do. I will not simply use you up and cast you aside. I know you think I am like that, but honor bright, I am not." Justin brushed Nicky's hair from his forehead. "If you truly do...I will walk out the door right now and let you be."