It was better that he didn't attempt to comfort her. She was already angry at herself for letting her fear show. For the betraying tears, and for her lack of control, as her nose stuffed up only the slightest bit. She knew he was strong. That he would far out live her. Shannon cast the heels of her hands across her cheeks. "It's too late, I'm a stupid mortal. Sentimentality is something built in."