Re: watchtower: steph/eddie
[That changes his mood. Her accusations might have made his temper go through the roof, but the clear pain she's feeling, that unnecessary fear he might leave makes him want to comfort her.] Baby, [And, while she's pressing her hands to her eyes, he slides up closer to her. Voice suddenly so close and soft.] everything is going to be okay. [Eddie says it with conviction. He tries to pull her hands down so she'll look at him.] You aren't a burden. And, I know you're scared. But, if we go get this checked out- go see a real veteran's doctor who understands this kind of thing, we can get back to making our lives what we want. [He kisses her tear-stained cheek.] You're going to be my wife. It's going to happen one day. And, when I ask, you won't be afraid. You won't want to say no. You won't even have a reason to reject me again. It'll be everything we want it to be. Okay?
[He waits for her to look at him and smiles. It's soft and small, but has every piece of hope she gave him over the years.]