She smiles, and laughs quietly in resignation. If he's paying attention, he'll see he's not the only one who's disappointed.

"Yes, it's probably best if we don't. For now, at least." She rests her brow against his, eyes closed, letting her breath come back to normal. "It's not that I don't want you. I do."

But she wants all the rest, too. And if she takes him into her bed without it, the cost will ultimately be far too high for her to pay.