John was surprised by Dave sudden touching his cheek. It was a touch more intimate, more... Something, than just about any other they had shared except maybe for John's hug earlier. But he didn't think of it too much, because Dave's promise was more reassuring than it probably should be. He could think of ways of how he could technically keep his promise without actually keeping it, but... He trusted Dave. He'd have faith in him.

The pinky swear was a small touch that actually made him smile. That and the promise helped him feel better, if anything. "Pinky swear," he said as he hooked his pinky with Dave's.