"I know you can take care of yourself but that's not allowed. You are my responsibility and I will take care of you from start to finish, no matter how far or near that is in the future. Even if I do save you now, I'll be with you at your death bed to usher you into the afterlife as well. I will never, ever abandon you." He nodded and wrapped one arm around her but kept his hold loose so she could easily pull away. "Then how about for dinner we go camping behind my winery? We can build a fire, cook some meat and vegetables over an open flame. We can even set up tents if you really want to rough it, or I can just give you a room on my property. I'm sure your mother would enjoy having a night alone with Vincent."<div class="messageTextEndMarker"> </div>