All I ask is that you be yourself... and that you are honest with me, whenever anything gets to be too much. I'll always be here to help you. Forever, Mitchell. [ Her fingers slide soothingly over his chest, trying not to let her thoughts stray to things she now deemed forbidden. At least for a while. He is beautiful even in this moment, even with sad eyes and a hurt expression. She can't imagine beholding anyone more devastatingly made. She loves him, the ache of it makes her heart feel as though it might burst from her chest. It makes anything seem possible even if it isn't. The last thing she wanted to do is send him on a downward spiral, all because she wanted to get some. Snogging would be where she drew the line from now on and at least.... well, at least they gave it a go.

After putting a quick positive spin on the events, she catches his smile, noticing the way it wavers, pressing a kiss to his lips as she thinks that perhaps he wants some time to himself. She doesn't want to leave him alone, she doesn't want to give him the chance to wallow. But--] Would you fancy some then? [ Oh, she'd love one herself if only she could have it, the soothing slide of hot liquid down her throat. She imagines he needs that now too. It is a dark thought but one she has nonetheless. And if he needs a moment, she can give it to him, however reluctantly.

Sometimes Annie can catch a hint.]