[ her entire expression softens, and if kissing him wouldn't be a bad idea, she definitely would. The forehead's all she can do right now, but she keeps one hand on his cheek, like she can draw the heat away through contact alone. ]

I said it before, didn't I? I want to be there for the bad things, too-- being sick or having off days isn't going to make me care about you any less. If anything, it just makes me want to be stronger for you!