We'll Both Be Heroes

I don't need you to love me. This isn't some fairytale. I may have a lot to deal with, but I don't need you to save me. I'm the hero of my own story.

Niall stood still, face motionless. Only his eyes showed me anything he was feeling. They were clouded and warm. He took a deep breath and suddenly grabbed my hand, clasping it in his own. He didn't look at me, for fear of both of us breaking down, but he smiled nevertheless.

You don't have to do everything alone. You're your own hero, I get it. But I'm a hero to, whether you want me to be or not. We'll both be heroes.