"Because of Rong Xuan." he adds quietly, hoping to encourage Baiyi to speak about his past a little. Then he falls silent, his heart aching at what Riley asks of not just Baiyi, but him too. It brings into perspective...so many things.

"I'm sorry, A-Ley." he whispers, leaning in to kiss Riley's cheek, "You came to me in the hospital... You've helped me with every problem I told you about. Not once have you shied away. I'm sorry if I made you feel like you are lesser. If anything, I've relied on you."