You think so? [ The blush is undeniable as it lingers on his cheeks for a good long while. ] I suppose I'm just too used to people telling me otherwise. Even if I've...had time here to be taught and-and shown otherwise.

[ Helios' smile is sad and a little empty as he sighs. ]

You don't...expect anything even after all of that? [ But what sort of relationship would that be then? Helios still worries his lip but he shakes his head and takes another sip of his beer. ]

I wished it could have lasted longer. It's been so long that I-I feel selfish even th-thinking about loving anyone else...

[ He blinks and looks away. He didn't really deserve it, did he? ]