"You should get a choice. You should... you should always get a choice. Not being able to choose what... you don't deserve that. And we're both free of it here." He leans back against Casper, the younger man reassuringly solid against him, just as deceptively strong.

"Repressed isn't... all the way wrong, I don't think. You had... homophobia at home and... my first life, it's illegal in China... and I've always been too... unlikable and nervous to... try anything."

"That sounds... good. Just... we can figure it out." He curls into Casper with a sigh as he lies back. "We can... definitely get some rest first. Rest is important." He can't resist, however, turning to kiss Casper. Because... boyfriend. Right there.