She was right of course, she was simply telling Susan the truth while Lauren cowered in his bed like a fool. He shook his head, trying to get his feelings back under his control, but it was impossible.

"Don't yell at her." he finally says, voice quiet, but clear even if he isn't looking at either of them. "Don't get mad."

His voice is stronger now, but still wavers from the depth of his feelings. How could Susan shout like this, how could he not understand?

"It's true, Susan."