She pauses before they reach the stairs, feeling an odd sense of concern and uncertainty. Where she never faltered with lovers before, she worried now. It was the first step for her to move forward and continue her life, yet it was such a large step to take. The last semblance of Robb would be gone and there would be no more waiting, only acceptance.

Needing something to urge her forward, even if it was only a little courage, she took drew his hand to her cheek, urging him to touch her.