That wrings a smile out of him, albeit one that's just... not genuine. It's bitter and sad.

He doesn't want to do this. He never should have done this, damnit he knew-- before he even got into this he knew. It started out that Steph was just... convenient. Someone he liked that he thought he could like enough and then she ended up being perfect in so many ways he didn't even know people could be perfect and it hurts so much being with her like this, pretending nothing's wrong when it is and all he can think about is that moment underwater with Nita.

He reaches up, takes her wrists in his hands and steps away from her, breaking contact.

"I'm gay."