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Rio smiled as she listened to Kaizo talk. The sound of his voice was so soothing to her, it sounded just wonderful. She then giggled as he chuckled at what he said before he kissed her again. She kissed back softly, never before had she felt so light, so happy. But then he pulled away and spoke for the last time. Rio gulped, feeling her heart-rate speed up dramatically and her cheeks darken. Slowly, panic took over her body. She knew that any movement she'd make right now that could be mistaken as a negative move would make Kaizo feel heartbroken. But did she love him? Surely it was too early for that... Well to her it felt early... But, one day, she could see herself falling in love with Kaizo, so what would be the harm in saying it back? It's not like she didn't feel like she did... She just wasn't ready for this... Wasn't ready to confirm her feelings by putting them into words. But what could she do? It was either say it and make Kaizo happy, or not say it and risk loosing him.... After what felt like hours but was only mere minutes of debating internally with herself, Rio spoke those words back, and was sure she meant them... If she didn't, she wouldn't of been able to say them without hesitation. Her heart then calmed down as a satisfied smile settled onto her face. She let out a breath that she didn't know she was holding, her right hand still in his hair with her left on his cheek.
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Kaizo nodded at Rio then watched her as she told him that she loved him also which made him smile, maybe it was a bit soon to announce it but he was sure of his feelings...positive...this would last and he'd make sure of that. Kaizo then kissed Rio once more then he slowly pulled away and spoke "I'll do everything and anything for you Rio...I'll protect you and I'll help you no matter what. It may seem a little sudden but...I am sure of my feelings Rio and I am going to follow them not deny them...I know this could be something perfect which is why I am willing to risk everything we had up until now to go for it...of course if things don't work out then things wont really ever be the same but in my heart I know it will work out...I'll make sure of it..." Kaizo smiled once more as he gave Rio a light hug