He really believes they can do this. That even if it crashes down in fire and ruin it will have been worth it. Sheska meets his eyes of her own accord, his kiss burning like a benediction on her brow. He's smiling... With all his wounds, all his burdens, he wants to take on another. But that's just like him, isn't it.

She finds herself smiling too, the bright fire of hope driving back the clouds and mist, at least for a little while. She feels more like herself than she has in a long time. Gently, she reaches out to capture his hand in both of hers.

"All... All right. Yes, Koizumi Itsuki, you may certainly court me. So long as I can court you, too. Okay?"