But this Darkness is like a poison in my mind. It never existed in this form before Zemus took over...

[At least, it never existed as something that Kain could feel in the same way. It was always there, whether or not he's even aware. He pauses and stares at her a moment, then removes the helmet. He shakes his long hair out.]

I wear this armor to honor the dragoons... and because in this world, threats could arise at any time. Heartless are on all the worlds. It's not out of distrust of you. I trust you, something you must realize is not lightly given. That's why I must ask...

[He trails off for a moment. He has a feeling he can count on her to carry it out, but he's unsure if he should truly ask it of her.]