Was she certain…? Jo bit back a breathless laugh. Was the sky blue? Did the stars shine above them? Yes, Jo was certain, and she had been since before stepping foot in Greece this week. Would such confidence frighten him away? Zach's reckless views towards his reputation led him this far but would he turn about now? Jo's hand remained light against his cheek. The question had already been asked, the implication made, she couldn't take it back now.

Wordlessly, she nodded. His refusal would sting if it did indeed come, but Jo would be back on her feet in no time. There were plenty of men in Egypt she could throw herself at if it came down to it. Still, Jo was saddened by the thought of rejection. What had the past few days been building to if not this? "Please."