Watching Earl's expression turn pale from disbelief, Ren fidgeted hard with a gulp. From his body language it rather seemed as if he was desperately mustering the courage before facing the moment of truth.
"I-I knew him before entering the academy… We went to same high school and he had helped me once outside...So I..."
His fidgety voice trailed off for a second before he scratched his nape, "I…used to like him."
However, Earl twisted his face bitterly, with strong disgust that narrowed his ocean orbs at him. "Ren, can I say something?"
"Um…Yes?"
"Your taste in men is terrible."
Out of embarrassment, Ren almost turned into a shy goofball when he quickly moved his hands, "I know…And I am also ashamed for that…"
"Then don't go liking around those pieces of trash just because they favored you once! You deserve better!"
Earl crossed his arms, sounding much deliberate while giving him his strong advice, after which Ren held a brief pause before he nodded rapidly.
