"I know, you've made that quite clear. I'm thankful for any trust that you give as I know its hard won. You should also know that I don't say things I don't mean. Consider it a side effect of what I am,"

He needs Erik to know that he won't lie to him. This time he doesn't drink just turns his glass in his hands.

If Erik asks, he'll show him some of how he sees the world and why he trusts, but if this morning is anything to go by, it might be too much, too soon. Though that's always been his problem, he balances it and pulls back, constantly aware of the lines of what's accepted.