It's a battle waged between self-doubt and trust
Doubt fills his eyes but he cannot hide it quickly enough.
The silent question now surrounds them, demanding to be answered.
"I don't deserve this." He explains what he feels.
"Haven't I shown you that you do?"
Silently he nods even as he looks away.
A crooked finger lifts his chin, urging him to listen and believe."Have I ever lied to you?"
"Never." He quickly affirms.
"Do you trust me?"
"Always." His response is instant, grounded in absolute conviction.
"You do deserve all this and more."
Smiling softly, he lets the doubt slip away.
Tenderly, they share an embrace.
