[Peter is relaxed under Rue's paw, just releasing a soft exhale. He's glad fae are hard to kill, but knowing the extent of how hurt Rue was... it leaves Peter's stomach feeling like it's tangled in a knot.

It will always be a struggle against his want to protect everyone and the obvious fact he can't do that. He's not some shield meant to take harm for everyone else. None of them would want that. He wishes he could do more, could help, but he's starting to understand some of his limitations.

He's not sure where he stands as Spider-Man right now, but as Peter.

Maybe he's getting a better idea of being Peter fully. He's not sure yet.] I know tragedies can still happen. I... I'm trying to remind myself that I can't stop those, I can't magically fix everything. I'm not responsible for everyone's well being, even if I feel that way sometimes. [He's just trying for honesty, directness with Rue. He's heard them, he wants them to know that.]

I just wanted to talk with you first, I'm sorry I brought that up again, it felt like- I needed to just say it. So you know why I am saying yes, but, framing it a little differently. I'm just... kind of a tangled mess sometimes.

I want to accept the offer. I am accepting the offer. Just a little differently, if, you're okay with a soulmate bond...?