Mm . . . I got really kneejerk selfish after that, though, and shut down a little. Just—that feeling, that you're mine, after all, why should I have to . . .?

[draws in a deep breath]

But I understand from your perspective, of course you have important people to consider. I—wouldn't mind it, but . . . I suddenly became afraid that for all that Link was trying to extend a hand to me, it wasn't because of me. You know? He's the one that doesn't realize—if he thinks I don't . . . think about him . . .