Ah, it's true. So true. He has not that power or authority. She's her own person. And his will can't be exerted so very much no matter what heights and depths his love for her goes.

Two martyrs. How will they get by? Matt at least has someone to demonstrate the frustration he puts Verity and others through at last. Must someone be hurt?

Between the blankets and the embraces it feels like that isn't possible. "Alright. So it is spoken. So it must be."