{He swallows roughly, understanding that those words had been spoken aloud. He had hoped they were only in his head.}

I'm sorry. I could hear.

{He lays a hand over Kexing's heart, unable to meet his gaze.}

I love you. In my right mind, I would never -

{The laughter helps him breathe again and he looks down at his robes.}

Do you see the scorpion embroidery? I think he's cute.