That was definitely his influence. Their whole relationship has been a bit of an unknown at first too though - but she supposed she could understand his hesitance. "You don't have to be afraid though." She smiled, "I trust you." She wasn't sure how far he'd go, certainly, but if nothing else she trusted he'd stop if she told him to stop, or if she was uncomfortable.

Or exhausted.

"You told me you didn't want me to hold back," she added, gently brushing her fingers against his cheek. "... I don't want you to do that either. So if you ever feel like letting go...let go."