Chapter 36: Coming Clean

When Ethan Greaves opened his eyes, the first thing he saw was Jay Showyer's bloodshot stare. It was almost… surreal. The last time Ethan had clawed his way out of the Demon Realm, the first person he'd seen had been Jay too. Fate. Funny thing, wasn't it? "Ethan, you're awake!" Jay pushed himself up in a hurry. Exhaustion clung to his face, impossible to hide. He yawned, and tears immediately spilled out with it. Warmth swelled in Ethan's chest. "Jay, I'm fine. Wipe your tears. Be strong." "…"...