[The quiet gratitude is something of a surprise, and Hendrik finds himself unable to think of a reply. He manages to hold back his normal downplaying and dismissal of thanks, knowing that it's difficult as it is for Jasper to say something so sincere.
So he smiles and holds Jasper close for a long moment before finally landing on something to say.]
I could do no less for the man with whom I intend to spend my life.
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So he smiles and holds Jasper close for a long moment before finally landing on something to say.]
I could do no less for the man with whom I intend to spend my life.