Jade Fern Grove things have changed for me, and that's okay;;

Ali wondered, then, if he and Lennon were partners or not. He wasn't exactly around to ask, so the boy was left to come up with his own answer.
No, not partners yet, I think. But... we care for each other. Alarian admitted shyly. He hoped Lennon wouldn't mind him telling others-- but his companion didn't seem the type to be ashamed of him.
At her next question, he tilted his head slightly.
It's... kind of complicated. I didn't exactly know my feelings weren't unrequited until recently. He couldn't really think of a better explanation, though it did sound a bit lame. I overreacted... because you're so pretty.
The last few words were a shamed, rushed mumble. He was quick to add: I'm sorry I made you feel unwelcome. Everything's okay now, with me and Lennon, and I hope it can be okay with me and you, too.