"I abandoned her when she needed me before, sure I had no choice in the matter. Now, when I hav vowed to her I shall never leave her side again unless she sends me away, I find myself here. My intent or lack of power over the situation does not matter. Only how what has happened will seem to her, worse, how hurt she shall be. This would be proof to her of the lies she has told herself, that no one can love her," he said coldly.