"I was. But.... her path was one I couldn't follow, you see. Physically or emotionally. It was her journey, not mine to make. So I came back, because... I don't ever want to leave your side, ever."
"I was too," she replied, cuddling even closer to him. "I'll never leave you again." She then pulled herself away so that she could tilt his chin up and kiss him lovingly.
Avi thought his giggle was adorable, but she didn't tell him that. Instead, she smiled and said, "As you make me happy, Alli." She stroked his face with her hand.