Can You Hear The Ocean?

They leaned against one another and it felt natural. Asla liked the strength that she took from Ocean. The comfort. When they began to speak, that comfort ended, but the strength was still there. He knew what it was like to feel the pain that love could bring. Hopefully he could understand what it felt like for her and wouldn't hold it against her. Ocean said that he could never forget their night together and Asla chuckled lightly, a small smile on her face. It was rather memorable for her as well.

After she had shared her truth with Ocean, Asla waited. Ocean's first question surprised her a bit. He didn't admonish her or pull away in disgust. He simply wanted to know what the effect would be on their relationship. "You would never be first in my heart, but I could love you in my own way. I will never be happy with just one partner, but I would honor you and care for you while we are together." Asla turned her head, looking away from the black and silver man beside her. "I understand if this is too much to ask and if you wish to remain friends, I'm happy to do so." How he chose to proceed would be entirely up to him. Whatever his decision, she wouldn't hold it against him.

"Aslatiel"