... [His arms wrap tighter around Aoi. Yeah, this boy's gonna need a hug, Corrin decided. He'll ignore burning sensation and slight moisture at his eyes. He was scared of losing you for a second there when that poisoning happened... Be glad you told him this now and not right after. He would have gone after Ev himself. ]

You really have changed since last round. I'm impressed but also worried for you, love. Don't blame yourself. It just took someone despicable to take advantage of your good conscience.