[ He draws in a deep breath and exhales slowly, feeling a pang of loss after Azem pulls away. He releases their hand and pulls his own back into his lap. ]

...I'm sorry that I kept this from you. But you understand now, don't you? I had no-one - no-one save for Lahabrea and the shell of what was once Elidibus - for over twelve millennia. If you want nothing more to do with me then I will accept it. I just--

[ Fresh tears well in his eyes. He hates crying. He's always hated crying. It feels too much like admitting defeat. Or weakness. ]

I wanted to enjoy your company, if only for a little while before the truth came out.