[He gently squeezes the hand in his, suddenly finding it a bit more difficult to retain eye contact.]

...You're so different from the other people I've met. You're kind and patient, and...don't try to kill me every five minutes. And I really like being with you, I feel like I can really trust you...

I never really thought I'd say this, but...

[Takes a deep breath.]

...I think I love you.