[ Nope. Not going to be that easy. She should know that with him by this point. He reaches out to grab her by the elbow, ]

"Safe"? I haven't been safe since I had my accident. I have taken more risks and chances than I ever did before I lost my hands.

And you know what I found out: those chances I took were absolutely worth it. And I think the same thing can happen here. If you just--just give yourself a chance, Jessica.

[ His voice cracks a little because how many times has he thought this exact sentiment? ]