[It's Richard's turn to listen. Well, well. Seems like that is one way to rile up an honest answer out of Charles. The word "boyfriend" does catch his attention, though. And honestly? He can't say he's too surprised. Richard had taken a notice of people indulging in the sin and forming forbidden liaisons like that. And he supposes that it would explain why Charles kept lingering on even after his death. Perhaps it was this nature of his that kept Saint Peter for calling his name.

Personally? Richard didn't really care that much. He had a long time ago accepted that he would never see the pearly gates, embracing his own wickedness. He is the last person to judge others on their sources of light and solace.]

Charles. [Richard begins, voice soft and tender, as if he was trying to soothe out the ripples of nervousness in the other.] I have no intention nor desire to rip you away from your loved ones. I am terribly sorry if i have made you feel that way.

Love and companionship are the most beautiful things in all of the existence. I am overjoyed that you have found them in a bleak world like this.