Cyril being serious is starting to become a normal occurrence, and Ellana finds that she likes it as well as the support he's offering her.

"That's good to hear, Cyril. I know what's going to happen. It's kept me up some nights. But..." She pauses to look away at the scenery around them in quiet thought before sighing and returning her gaze to him. "He's who I want. And for now, at least, I have him. When the time comes where I don't, I may need you."