[No, that wasn't a very nice save at all. Rin would be surprised if thoughts of separation hadn't been crowding Rei's mind, if he hadn't been trying to foresee the changes in their relationship once Australia came into play again. And when the time came for them to talk it out, Rin would poor his heart out, reveal the only path he hoped they could take.

But that time isn't here yet, and there's something else that needs to be said. A prelude of sorts.]

That's all there is to it. [He starts, pulling away so he can look right into Rei's eyes as he goes on. Let him see how serious he is about this. About them.] If that's what we both really want, then we'll absolutely find a way to make it happen.

[He wonders if he's coming off too intense, and chuckles a little at himself. Their foreheads touch next and he closes his eyes, hoping to soften the impact of his words.]

I don't know about you, but I don't let anything get in the way of my pursuits. Not anymore.