[ Dorian release a slow, shaky breath. ]

N-No…? I-I mean, not quite like that. I…I was sure that you were capable of loving again. Your heart is made for caring for people, and I knew it was only a matter of time until you found someone that could help you remember that.

[ He just…never expected it to be him. ]

There isn’t any doubt that you deserve someone who loves you, Orym. Honestly, you deserve so much better.