Ethan

　　He laughed nervously. "I'm not trying to hide it," he admitted with a gulp, perhaps sensing my scrutiny. "She caught my interest when she captured that dangerous rogue-"

　　"Are you saying this to make me feel bad?" I cut him off sharply, my tone betraying a mix of irritation and suspicion.

　　He shook his head earnestly. "I'm not trying to make you feel bad. I'm telling you because I can't keep secrets," he sighed deeply. "But it's okay now. I've ...