Draw your own conclusion

Lithe shied away from Zen again, feeling very hurt. 

Did Lithe expect him to read his mind? Thought Zen. 

Spit it out, was what he actually wanted to say but decided to wait until Lithe was ready to talk.

For Zen could see that something was troubling Lithe as his emotions showed on his face. 

It was hard for Lithe to let go and admit to another failed relationship in his life.

So many of his hopes and dreams had been pinned on Ash which meant moving on would leave an even bigger vacuum in his heart.

Shyly Lithe asked, "are your intentions for me any more honorable than Ash's?"

Afraid to hear the answer now that he had spoken, Lithe felt a tinge of regret. 

It looked like he had spoken in haste because Zen took umbrage at his words and Lithe could feel the anger emanating from his body. 

Zen moved closer to Lithe but still not touching him.