"I… I don’t understand," Kaira said in a whisper.

"What do you mean you’re in love with me, Tony?" she added, still looking shocked.

"Please, hear me, Kaira," he said intensely, taking a step forward. He reached for her arm, but Kaira moved away again, her gesture clearly uncomfortable.

Tony paused, rubbing his hands together awkwardly.

"It’s not… true, right?" she said weakly.

"No, I mean... of course you love me and I love you because we’re family, and you’re my favorite ...