Swiftcurrent Creek I can take the fall: the pain, the pleasure

He closed his eyes, wanting desperately to believe her. The feel of her against his chest had his eyes opening in surprise, but he quickly recovered and leaned into her, resting his head on her shoulder so that he could embrace her. Okay, he whispered. Truthfully, he would never stop searching for them, even if, years from now, he still didn't know where they were. It was hard not to lose hope when every day his searching ended with nothing, but he would do just about anything Rosalie asked, just like he would with Alessia and the children. But, you have to promise the same, he added a second later. She couldn't lose hope either. He ran his nose through her fur, realizing then just how much he needed her affection and reassurance.