She was almost amazed by how well it worked. How soothing it was to just mindlessly tie and untie a simple knot. Of course it helped that Finnick was there, warm and alive and still here with her.

It did not make her forget Lehna - nothing ever would - but it helped to keep her grounded. After what felt like ages, she let her hands drop again, knot tied tight between her fingers, and turned her head to nose into the curve of Finnick's neck.

"I love you."