[He moves just a little bit closer to her, taking it easy because it still hurts a little to move too much. That and there's still the awkwardness and he's unsure if she'd welcome such a gesture. Predictably, Kain would have had no trouble instantly hugging her were she in dragon-form.]

I understand. But you've done all you could... and that means a great deal to me. I promise, I'll fight my hardest to remain here now, for her sake... and yours, as well.