[ While Caleb knows what might work for him is going to be different to what works for them, it's nice just to have some aspect of this--how they've made this work here, more than anything--explained to him. As far as advice goes, he thinks he could seek a worse source than his friends, even if this is new to them as well. ]

It seems as though you've done well like this, so I thought it pertinent to ask.

[ He tries to let go enough to really relax against Fjord, but his thoughts are heavy still. His hands rub slowly up and down Molly's back as though he could somehow soothe himself that way. It's nice just to be connected, Fjord's arms around him and Molly's fingers playing through his hair. ]

I think I am still struggling with the question of whether I want to be in a relationship, or whether I should. I would not have done it in Exandria. It wouldn't be wise. Why should that change here, and what happens when we go back? There are so many reasons it is a bad idea. But...

[ Another sigh, softer this time. ]

We keep growing closer. And it's been good.