[ He knows full well that any time spent with her would be more than worth his while, whether they are studying Allagan technology or planning their wedding. What he looks forward to most, more than anything in the world, is being able to call her wife and to embark on a new chapter together with her.

And, if it was in his power to take her away from everything that draws her attention and takes her away from him, even if that is the most selfish of notions, he would do it without hesitation. He has never thought of himself as a possessive man, and he understands the need to do one's duty, but his love for her is great enough that he would allow himself a moment of selfishness, if only they could be together and be themselves for just a little while.

As for what she has done in keeping with her role as Eorzea's champion, he does not see it. Instead, he only sees her, the one he loves. ]

If I had acted rashly and in a way more fitting of a younger man, I would have proposed much sooner than this. But even though I knew very early on that you had caught my eye and my heart... I wanted to wait for exactly the right moment.

[ It had to be special, because the occasion signified the first time he had given his heart to anyone. And even now, he hopes that it was. ]