"I won't. I promise." Stephanie answered sincerely. She then crossed the distance between them, raising her hand up to cup his cheek, eyes looking up at him, full of concern more than anything.

"I understand why you didn't tell me. Honest. I ... I'm just worried. About losing you. I don't want to lose you." She took a breath. "When does it end? Is there a time where you can say mission accomplished?"