Good. I haven't been avoiding you, Renee. I though I would give you some space while you adjusted, but I wouldn't be able to forgive myself if something happened to you while I wasn't there.

[ He raises his eyebrow, watching her. Despite his smile he's paranoid, watching her for any sign of corruption. As long as she talks to him, though. He repeats his earlier assurance to her, just in case she forgot: ]

I don't want to hurt you.

[ And in case anyone has tried to convince her otherwise. ]