Eyes bled crimson as his arm shot out, knocking her hand aside before pulling her close. "I have never thought you were weak."
"Then why would you do something so selfish?" She continued to thrash against him. "Is it some debt to be fulfilled because of your mother? I refuse to—"
"One lifetime is not enough."
She finally stilled in his arms, staring at his chest, her own still heaving. Reiki continued to lash out, but he encouraged it, his youki stroking her battered ego.
"Do you really think I would demand payment for your compassion towards those in need?" His arm tightened around her waist. "I would like to think I know you better than that, miko."