"I've had relationships in the past, long ago." his thumb caressed her bottom lip, "They ended, inevitably. After the wars I decided on the simplicity of being alone." his eyes softened, exploring her face. "I closed myself off and became the neutral ground here. I found external peace to compensate for what wasn't there inside."<br/><br/>Again he pulled her to him, inhaling her scent. Now it was mixed with his. a smile spread across his lips. After another boom of thunder, he chuckled.<br/><br/>"Maybe I should close my window?"