Birth of an Empire (смешанная)

He reaches out with one large, leather-bound hand and Leia grabs his palm instantly, without fear. A shiver of excitement worms its way through Vader's heart, and the quick glance of her eyes at him tells him that she has seen through him, has felt it for herself, even if she does not understand. He should not be so open about such emotions; they are all too easily misconstrued.
But he cannot help it. He is so very proud.
Besides, she wants to hold his hand, and, in the end, he cannot deny her anything.