"I took it out on you, even though you were doing everything right. You were, Celine. I don't know why I said what I did. It wasn't honest, it wasn't right, and as much as I wish I could take it back, I can't. I was afraid for us, afraid for you, but that is no reason to treat you that way." He finishes. Celine rubs her arms gently and clears her throat to break the silence between them. Renemoves slightly closer. "I'm so sorry, darling. You deserved so much more than that. If you need time and space, I can give you all you need. I want to fix us, whatever that takes. However long it takes." Celine takes his hand slowly. He feels the warmth spread through his body. He's been aching to touch her since getting on the plane, but was so afraid she'd shove him away, was so afraid she'd yell or cry, or continue to blame herself. "I love you, Rene. I never ever want to hurt you. I don't need to cling to you. We can have separate lives in public, if that's what you want. I just ..." She looks so lost. "I love you too, Celine. I feel best when you're close to me. I'll never disrespect you like that again. I'll stand up for us. I won't put you in a position where you have to sacrifice your wants." He promises. Celine sniffs a little and nods slowly.
