Professing

He died a slow horrible death after professing to all his friends that the cause of his calamity was that which he did in Jerusalem.

Sometimes I'm criticized in my own country for professing a belief in international norms and multilateral institutions. But I am convinced that in the long run, giving up some freedom of action -- not giving up our ability to protect ourselves or pursue our core interests, but binding ourselves to international rules over the long term -- enhances our security. And I think that's not just true for us.

Sami and Layla had no problem professing their love on paper.