He thought about that question, satisfied that Huaisang agreed to be friends. As much as he came to resent his own feelings, he still admired the man for being patient to avenge his brother's death-something he couldn't do for his own family.

As for finding support, something between pleased and awkward came across his face. "Yes, I think so. I always thought that I would find understanding with people around my own time. They've lead me to ponder if I was the one who was born in the wrong time. They allow me to consider options and make my own choices. That's..." Yes, he will admit that out loud, "extremely seductive. I enjoy being around them."