He drops his head almost guiltily. "Yeah, a little," he admits. "With just getting over Khemrys, and the drugs and everything that's happened...I just want some time to get to know you, Moon. I don't want to barrel headfirst into a serious relationship."

His hand raises up to just barely cup her cheek. "I appreciate it that you understand that much about me, though. You willing to give me some time to just be with each other for awhile, no pressure for anything more?"