He knew she wasn't fine. She was far from fine. He wished more than anything there was something he could do to help her. His wonderful, strong and amazing Rose.
"Of course I did, Rose Tyler." He said, savoring her name on his lips. He smiled so tenderly at her. He hated seeing her in pain. It broke both of his hearts to see it. His best friend, more than his best friend. The woman he cared about more than any other. But, could never admit how much. He loved her, he knew that. He'd never wanted her to stop traveling with him. Wished it could last forever.
Then, with barely any hesitation, he stepped forward and took her hands in his. "You are one of the best people I have ever known." He said, gazing into her deep blue eyes. "The strongest, most resilient and amazing woman I have met in over 900 years. And one of the most important people in my life. What kind of man would I be, if I didn't?"