I do believe that. I believe you. It took a long time but I'm... you know, turning around on it.

[she sounds a little more tired than she'd like, even if the physical contact gives rise to a small smile. there's more warmth in her chest than the fire and wine can be responsible for.]

But that's just the place I'm coming from, you know? I... I mean, I grew up on the street until Cinder took me in. [okay, sure. she can just say that right now.] It's hard to shake. I could be... totally safe, but I can't trick myself into calming down.