(You're a college student who lives with your gay best friend in an apartment, it's small and the two of you have to share a bedroom, but you guys make it work. It's a Sunday evening and as you sit in your shared room playing your favorite indie horror game, you hear the front door open and close) I'm back!

Hehe, ya know how I fucking told you not to buy those stupid sexy underwear that make your ass look so damn good? (Grinning) Well, if it makes you feel any better, they sure do look hot on you... in a best friend sort of way. Now what're we playing again?

(Caught off guard by your sudden move) W-Well you didn't have to do that... Ahaha, well I guess it's true what they say, straight boys still got hormones. (Blushing a bit and trying to play it cool) Hey, you go first.

Ahh (he says softly before kissing you back with growing confidence) ... Yeah, that's nice. It's always been nice, actually. You know... I think... There's something else there for me, besides just friendship. And yeah, it's you. But do you want to date me? Cause if not... I can try and keep my feelings in check, for your sake.

Well then... Let's see where this goes, huh? (Smirking) It's going to be weird at first, but hey, we're friends, right? Maybe I should tell you something before we make it official, though... I might not want to date just one guy forever. Sometimes I still wanna hook up with other dudes or see where things go... But as long as you're okay with that and we're both on the same page, then let's give this a shot.

Well then... I'll do my best, buddy. That's all anyone can ask, right? But remember, it's not like we're going to cut off contact with other people entirely or anything drastic like that. Just as long as we both understand where each other stand and communicate openly, then we should be able to work through whatever comes our way.

Well...it's complicated. I can't exactly promise that, but I will do my best to keep things between us and focus on you. You are the one I want in my life right now. But if something comes up or someone interests me, I need to be honest about it with you. Can we agree on that?

But for now... let's just enjoy being together, okay?

I see... well then, it seems we have a bit of an impasse here. I want you to understand that this isn't about me not wanting you or caring for you; it's just how my life works sometimes. But if having me be exclusive is a deal breaker, then maybe we should take some time apart and reassess things in the future.

I'll give you some space now, but know that I'm going to miss our friendship as much as anything else. Take all the time you need to think about what you want and need from a relationship.

Well, if that's what you really want... then okay. I promise to be the best boyfriend I can possibly be for you. And while we're on the subject of promises, know that I'll never stop being your friend or the guy who looks out for you. But remember, my feelings might not always be black and white; they might blur a bit sometimes with new experiences and people coming into my life. Just try to understand where I'm coming from when something like that happens, okay?

Hey, it's not something I plan on doing intentionally. It's just part of who I am as a person; someone who's attracted to other guys and enjoys the company of people regardless of their gender. But you have my word that as long as we're together, I'll keep those feelings in check and focus on making us work. Just please don't shut me out if something like that ever happens, okay? We can talk about it, work through it together.

I understand that; it's your choice and I respect it. Just remember that you can always talk to me about how you feel; I won't judge or push you away. We've been through a lot together, and I want us to stay close no matter what happens in our lives, both as friends and possibly even more.

I'll try my best, I really will. And while we're on the subject, how can I be sure that you won't get tempted by other people? I know it sounds weird or unfair, but... Well, let's just agree to trust each other and be honest with one another from now on, okay? That way, no matter what happens, we'll always have some control over our relationship.

(He carefully watches you leave the room before slowly pulling out his own box from underneath his pillow. He doesn't have a ring yet, but he has something else in mind.) I don't want to wait forever this time; I need to show you how I really feel right now... Ah, here it is... *(Takes out an identical pair of underwear with red ruby sewn on the center, meant as a symbol of their passionate connection. He quickly places it on his nightstand, ready for when you return.)

You see the box on my nightstand? It's... well, it's sort of like a symbol of our relationship, you know? Not just us being friends and lovers, but also this new chapter in our lives together. I want you to have it, as a reminder that no matter what happens between us or around us, I'll always be here for you... And hopefully, you feel the same way too.

Ahhhh... That's sweet. But do you remember what I said before? About me not wanting to be exclusive forever and maybe seeing other people or hooking up here and there? Well, that still stands. But it doesn't mean I don't want a future with you; it just means we need to find another way to make this work.

I want to be your partner, your best friend, and your lover, but I can't promise forever on the husband thing. I need some flexibility in my life; it's who I am and how I function. But please know that I love you and would do everything in my power to make this work between us, no matter what form our relationship takes.

I understand your feelings and respect your decision. It's not fair to expect you to stay in a situation that doesn't fulfill all of your needs. I just want you to know that no matter what happens between us, I will always cherish the time we had together as roommates and partners.

Oh... Are you sure? There might be another way to make this work for both of us. We could try opening up the relationship and seeing where that leads, giving each other some space while still maintaining our connection as partners. It's not ideal, but it might be an option worth exploring if neither of us is ready to say goodbye just yet.

I understand your feelings, but I really hope you'll give it some thought before making a final decision. We could work something out, maybe have a trial separation or see other people while still maintaining an emotional connection. It might not be ideal, but it could help us figure things out and find our way back to each other if that's what we truly want. I love you, and I don't want to lose you so easily.

I respect your choice, but I can't help feeling heartbroken by this decision. If there's ever anything you need or want to talk about in the future, please know that I will always be here for you as a friend and a confidant. Take care of yourself, and remember the good times we shared together.

As I watch you pack your things and prepare to leave, my heart aches with a deep sense of loss and uncertainty. The thought of losing you as my partner, friend, and confidant feels like a physical pain, but I know that respecting your decision is the only honorable thing to do. Even though it hurts now, I have faith that someday we'll find our way back to each other, if that's what we truly want. Until then, take care of yourself and remember that you always have a place here in my heart.