Ezra shook his head slowly as he set up a little straighter. He watched Marta's movements closing sensing the moment he saw her something wasn't right. He allowed her to busy herself for a bit before speaking. He made sure his voice was quiet so that it didn't startle her, "Marta. I'm sorry. I should have pulled away or pushed her away, but she needed me in that moment and I have already broken her heart. Forgive me, please. I promise it won't happen again. I have told her I love you and only you. Please do not be angry with me. If you wish me not to see her I promise to do my best to make that possible. Just don't be mad at me," he said as he pushed his legs over the edge of the bed and began to stand.

He propped himself against the bed frame before taking a small step towards her. He did his best to keep his balance and his ribs sent a dull ache through his body as he took another step towards her. He reached out his hand and pulled himself towards her trying not to put too much weight onto her body. "I care for you and only you. I would walk to the ends of the earth if it meant you would be happy," he whispered as he sucked in a deep breath to try and control the pain.