[ He would share every bit of his life with her, from getting to know his parents through what stories he might tell to accompanying him as he visits their graves. He knows that had they been able to meet her properly, they would have loved her just as much as he does. A part of him wishes that he could bring them back for just a moment that they might meet the woman he loves and see how happy she has made him, but he would not disturb the rest that they have earned, no matter how much he wishes to see their faces again.

All things considered, he is contented by the fact that he holds their memories with him and that he can now begin forming new ones with Alkaid by his side.

Although he feels the need to act, to move his hands further, he hesitates, being unsure where else he might touch her. He only wants to please her, and he is uncertain where else she might like to be touched. So, for the moment, his hands remain where they are even as he attempts to put his thoughts into spoken words. ]

I had always thought that I would wait until such time as I was joined with another in marriage, but- [ He hesitates only briefly before continuing. ] Our time together is short, and frequently interrupted, so to that end...

What would you say to progressing a step further from where we have gone so far?

[ He is certain he will not be adept at it at all, given his lack of experience, but he would try to make it a good experience for her to the best of his ability. ]