"My parents died in a ship accident a couple of years ago. Since then, I kinda lost my passion," he confessed, his gaze momentarily fixed on the distant horizon.
Yeah, but don't be disappointed when I drop. lower your expectations.
"Why don't we get to know each other better first? I don't want us to rush into a relationship," he replied, his tone gentle yet firm, his thoughts lingering on the possibilities that lay ahead.