She swallows hard, her heart racing as she considers his question. "I... I think so," she whispers, looking up at him with a mixture of fear and hope in her eyes. "But it's been such a whirlwind... This all feels like a dream."
He nods, understanding the uncertainty she must feel. Gently, he cups her cheek in his hand, guiding her face toward his. "I promise you, Rose," he says softly, his voice firm and steady. "This is real.