[And out of the rain they are. Flamebringer is having a hard time holding still now that the apathy has worn off, he's finding, so he'll take Ezell's hand in his and lead them to where the gym locker rooms are. There's probably towels in there they can dry off with, but the walking helps him keep his head on straight.

Of course, for some reason, Ezell's confession completely blows him out of the water so hard he almost walks into a trash can about it, stumbling briefly and wheeling around like huh.]

I thought I scared the fuck out of you? [Genuine question. Like yeah, he thinks he wants Ezell with him all the time, he's sure there's some sort of heart attack happening when Ezell looks at him, but also? Also.] I'm not saying no. I've never had... anything like that. A relationship. I have one-night stands and dip after. Nothing romantic.

[Feelings are hard. He's visibly struggling with words now, face red and tail lashing, looking off at a nearby wall because he might blow up if he looks at Ezell directly.]

...do you trust me to actually treat you well? Knowing how I am?