You are, so often.

[ He smiles as he leans in to kiss the other man. Still feeling a little sheepish and self-conscious, especially speaking about topics like this. He still marveled that he'd grown so attached to Basch - and so quickly - that a conversation like this was even possible. ]

For all that this place has been a challenge, I can't bring myself to regret any of it. If only because I've met you. I never expected to find someone like you.