"I could never hate you." Faren replied softly as he wrapped his arms about her. "It takes courage to ask what you want, and greater still to resist those temptations. So of course I wish to be married to you."<br/><br/>Here he paused to gently lift her chin till he looked into his eyes. He wanted her to see the sincerity in his eyes as he spoke.<br/><br/>"You are a strong woman. And in some ways, you are even stronger than I.<br/>"As for your appearance, it is absolutely perfect. Your hair is as radiant as the sun, and your eyes sparkle as if they have captured the stars themselves. Your skin smells of the loveliest roses, and your smile warms my heart like a fire.<br/>"There is no other that can compare Samantha. Please listen no more to the harsh words of others."