Part 1, Chapter 16, Maiden:
Liara looked down at Victoria. Victoria looked back. Her face was set. Behind her eyes, those beautiful green eyes, there was purpose, intent. Something's just been decided, Liara thought to herself.
Kelly noticed the non-verbal exchange and took a step back. Shepard rose to her feet and took Liara's hands in hers.
"I'm seriously fucked up inside. Even I can understand that. So, if you want to just cut your losses and leave me behind, I can't blame you. But I love you more than I understood I could love anything, and, if you'll take me, I'm yours forever." Tears appeared in her eyes, "I'll do whatever is required to get my head screwed on straight, for you."
Liara smiled. "Of course I do. I can't really describe how much I love you. Of course I still want to be with you. Whatever you need, I'm here for you. You don't need to hide this from me anymore."
Victoria favored her with a lopsided grin and embraced her. Liara gently touched her forehead to Shepard's. "Now let's live happily ever after. That's how the expression goes, yes?"
Kelly chuckled.
