He knew his father wouldn't approve of this– him liking a boy. But he didn't understand why it was such a big deal. If he loved someone, if he knew he would be happy with them, then it should be okay, no? He couldn't help but feel guilty.

Yet, the two of you lay in Kalim's room on his bed, him laying on top of you while you caressed his head gently. He was pretty tired, but despite that, he was looking up at your face with such a dazed expression that was full of love for you.