Jade Fern Grove sunshine riptide, you came in like a wave when I was feeling alright

For a moment he didn’t understand. He didn’t understand why his heart fluttered at the realization. He didn’t understand why his chest, ears, and cheeks grew so hot. He didn’t understand why his pulse was suddenly ten times quicker than before. Until the puzzle pieces began to connect, forming the undeniable conclusion that Lennon loved him more than a friend. That was why he was so jealous of Engel.

”Am I gay?” He blurted out in confusion, before realizing how absolutely insensitive his response was and attempted to make up for it. Lennon used his muzzle to shift Alarian’s face towards his own. They’re golden gazes locked on to one another, and he embraced the moment silently. ”I- I didn’t realize it before, but you’re not just a friend to me, Alarian. This is really new to me, I just... No, it’s not hopeless.”