[...Toby has to give him that much. Because it's true, and Dorian chose to cast everyone else aside just for Toby. And sure, Dorian hadn't exactly been thrilled at the idea of marriage, but here they are now. Together, for better or worse. This just happens to be one of the worse parts, right?

Oh, why can't it just be better all the time?

Besides, Toby had promised to trust Dorian. It's just so difficult when Dorian winds up coming to him with things like this, destroying their relationships with how many others? Maybe back in their world, Toby wouldn't be so inclined to care, but the way things have worked out in this world so far have forced him out of that idealistic bubble. Whether they like it or not, they should at least attempt to be even slightly mindful of the world around them.

Well, that. And Toby sort of actually cares for other imPorts more than he realises or would admit.]

You're right. [His expression softens with understanding as he rises from his seat to approach Dorian. Moving to take a place by Dorian's side,] I owe you an apology. Because really, you're the most wonderful person I know, and I. Well.

[Toby knows he's been so terribly possessive and demanding since arriving here.]

I could stand to be more grateful and appreciative, first of all.

[Dorian went through with his scheme, trying to break will and bother Chilton, yeah. But like he'd just said, he's done with Chilton, and as for Yuri? It looks like Toby really shouldn't worry about him any longer. At any rate, all of that was a mistake. A really big, messy, and complicated mistake, but still a mistake. Toby makes those, and Dorian does, too.

Taking Dorian's hand into his cold one,]

I'm sorry, dear. I really shouldn't have... [ made it all about himself? True, but, ] You know. Made all of this into such an ordeal. It's not like you could've known it would all lead to this.

[Definitely nailed it this time, right? Regardless, he maintains eye contact as he lifts Dorian's hand to press his lips on Dorian's knuckles.]