He knew he couldn’t undo the past, but he was willing to do whatever it took to rebuild the trust that had been broken between them. Though his heart ached to hold her, to sweep her into his arms and never let her go, he knew that healing took time. He would be there for her, supporting her from afar if that’s what she needed. He would spend the rest of his life loving her with all his heart, protecting her with all his strength, and being the man she deserved.