“I want to be you when I grow up,” Gideon stated with a chuckle, hoping to ease him. Gideon knew he’d only confused him when Aleron tilted his head. “But you are already grown.” His lips parted in a wide grin. “I’m saying I admire you for saying that. It takes a courageous person to admit their flaws. Not even I can do that, but I wish I could. I wish I could be transparent about who I am, without fear of being judged.”
