[ He's just going to keep going despite that, trying to pull her closer, aching to pass along his sincerity in his belief in her through the contact, through the touch. This is how he's always tried to reach people, not just through words but through real tangible action. Words are one thing. They hold their own power. But the true nature of his strength has always rested in the combination of his emotions and the bonds that fuel them. And now, all he can do is rely on that strength to reach out to Roxy. ]

It's okay to be afraid. And nobody's going to blame you for finding it difficult to believe. That's why you have the rest of us, everyone here, everyone in this heart, fighting with you. We know you can work miracles, Roxy. We've seen them here.