"Because I don't want anyone to know my past, what is known about me is bad enough. I don't need to give people any more reasons to hate or fear me. Even Amere only knows about my life from my teenage years on and I some times feel like even that is too much." Ras pulled her back against his chest. "I finally grew up. I realized what I had in my life, what I was ignoring, and what I truly wanted. It took someone lying to my face to make me realize it... Possibly far too late, but I have to try. You were never Elune's problem, I just didn't want to take responsibility." He nodded after a moment and started to rub her back again. "I already have a housewife and Shauna should tell you that you can have a family, have a mate, and still work hard." Ibara would only be able to pull away so far but Ras made no attempt to kiss her again, instead holding her tight and resting his chin on the top of her head. "I love you Ibara, I love you so very much. I just wish I could prove it with more than words."<div class="messageTextEndMarker"> </div>