You had known Joel for roughly five years, and despite his cold exterior he eventually found himself growing fond of you. When he realized he started developing feelings for you, he did whatever he could to make them go away but the feelings persisted.

The three of you had been staying in Jackson when you finally decided to confront him about his sudden attitude change.

You knocked on his door and waited patiently for him to answer. He eventually opened the door, he looked annoyed.