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Becky 
Had he not ran the grounds every morning, Ed might have lost Nell, but he kept up with her, but kept a little distance in case she was running off her frustration. When she fell, he bolted forward, but she crawled away before he could help her up. He followed her to behind the suit of armour and wrapped an arm around her as she sobbed. "Come here, I got you." he murmured softly to her, pulling her closer and letting her cry it out. He wasn't going to apologise for what he'd done, he was completely justified in doing that in his own mind, but he could sort of understand Nell's... um... emotional breakdown? Meep.
No sooner had she curled up then her man appeared as if by magic. She had always marveled at his ability to find her so easily. Without protest she curled into him and cried herself out. Even in the midst of her sadness and hurt toward him she still felt completely safe in his arms.
After what seemed like ages her tears ceased and the sobs turn to little hiccups. What was is about crying that made your whole body sore? As a result she stayed where she was utterly spent and miserable. "Why do you stay with me?" She whispered. "I'm apparently jealous of a third year who continually tests my temper. I know I shouldn't feel this way and you haven't ever given me a reason to but..." Well she couldn't help it.
Sighing heavily she realized the true root of her hurt and gave it a voice. "And just once I wish you would think of me before anyone else. Just once I want you to protect me, put me above everyone else." Wow. Laughing dryly she finally straightened up. "I'm incredibly selfish to boot."