It was slowly that she came to realize what he had done. Goosebumps rose all over her skin but she was sure it was from the contrast of being half-submerged, and the breeze picking up just slightly. Yes... it had to be it. She pushed it aside, smiling at his kiss. "You'll always be there for me... right? You promise?" she asked a bit suddenly.<br/><br/>She couldnt count on her parents or her sister... and she needed to be able to rely on at least one of them.