"Because," she said, "when I look into your eyes, I see a kind sweet man who has been dealt every bad card in the deck. Your family betrayed you (except for Levi who had her own hurt to handle), you were forced into terrible decisions by thinking you had no other choice, and you let that force you to the point where your lost yourself a little and even enjoyed it until you realized how wrong it was. But the moment you did, you showed such strength and tried to make your life a better one, and to make better choices. That, is the real you, the man I fell for. The one who in spite of everything still tries to do what is best. You are strong, and stubbirn, handsome and smart, loving and tender. You care so much about the people around you it's like your love and affection ooze out of you. Not to mention you are downright yummy when you play with Ellie," she said with a smile. "I love and accept every bit of you, the good and the bad. "