She smiles just a little as he says that, but it's sad at the edges. It still feels unfair to her to have made this particular request of him, even if he's right that they must look forward. They get nowhere and gain nothing by hiding from the obvious realities of their situation.

"I'll cherish every day with you, good or bad. The same as I have every day we've had until now." Her smile warms as she brushes her thumb across his cheek. "I don't mind not knowing what's to come. My life has always felt like it was in my hands and best experienced by living it. That hasn't changed since we fell in love. Every day is an opportunity to exist and live as best we can, and that's all I truly need in my life with you." Everything else is simply a blessing she'll take exactly as it is.

Slowly, she opens her eyes to look up at him, then gently presses her lips to his cheek. "We'll face every day together for as long as we can. While I draw breath, at your side is where I want to be."