[Oh, that's—

The shade of her cheeks turns just a bit deeper, but she doesn't shy away from him or pull back, only ducking her head slightly in response as her smile hitches wider.]

I think it's good, too. I used to be afraid to let myself do what I wanted, or say what I felt. It's not easy, but I'm trying to be better about that.

[She looks up at him affectionately, her head canting to one side.]

Thanks for that. I hope I can do the same for you, too.