"Okay, sure" I agree. "But it's alright if you don't wanna tell me. We can hang out after breakfast. How does that sound? Sounds better, right?" I ask with a sheepish smile.

His expression immediately changes as he smiles widely, nodding happily.

"Great! Okay then! Let's finish our food first and then we'll talk." He chirps.

We sit there in silence for a moment, before he clears his throat once more.

"Um... So, Alessia. About that question you asked me..."

"Yeah?" I reply.

"Did I ever answer it?" He asks, staring at his feet.

I stare at him confusedly and open my mouth to speak, but then I shut it...