Watching her

Sometimes he sneaks into her room, watching her sleep.

Ever since the Genii had lead him to believe she was dead, he checks on her every time he lives through this particular nightmare in his dreams.

He's careful not to wake her up when he softly traces the contours of her face, brushing some loose strands of hair out of it. No one, least of all her, shall know of his weakness. But apparently, he didn't do such a fine job in the first place otherwise Kolya wouldn't have taken her hostage.

He tells himself that this night will be the last time. But despite him trying to stay away he can't. She calls to him (without her realizing it) and he obeys.