His eyes remained on Zelda while he once again touched his birthmark. Conflicting thoughts still flew through his head, but he didn't doubt her sincerity. It was touching that she had such faith in him.

It didn't alleviate his worries, but it helped a lot.

"...Thanks," Darc finally said to her. "I should be stronger than this anyway." His shoulders straightened to show that he still had pride, and plenty of it.