And the naked expression that fleets across those green eyes says everything, everything he has ever dreamed, ever hoped. But the words he speaks are different. Oh, oh, oh! So achingly at cross purposes! I'd be more tormented if I didn't have faith you'll see us through all the more satisfyingly for these hurdles. (I want to hate Rose but I can't; I think she'll end up where she's supposed to be). Thank you so much for this wonderful story.