Beyond the Gaze of a Boy - Believe

He looks away. I watch red rise up his neck, covering his cheeks, and I wonder if he's going to answer.

"When I first came out…" he says gruffly, running his fingers through his hair. During the long pause that follows, I hear squeals from the pool, reminding me we're far from alone. "I was… ahh… well, let's just say I experimented. A lot. Kind of… quickly."

"Oh." I try to think of something to say but fail completely.

"I don't want that anymore," he continues, turning to watch me. "I want to be smart. Find someone I care about."

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