C27 Unearthing Desires

I raised the bed covers up to my neck, staring at him as he stared back at me, and when he blinked slowly again, I saw a fresh set of tears slide down his cheeks. I didn't know what to do, he looked as if he needed something, but I didn't know what.

Emotionally, he confused me; tears drew me to his open vulnerability, and I wanted to comfort him. But at the same time