Honestly? I was attempting to be optimistic for your sake and her's.

[ He answered with blunt directness.

Sighing softly, Adrien reached up and rubbed at his temple. ]

What are you afraid of, Nate? You've already admitted that you're in the zone of losing her ... again. Which is more important, your secrets or your marriage?

[ The last question isn't asked in a snarky tone, the way the words might be couched. It was a genuine question, open to either answer. After all, this was Nate's life and his choice. Only he could answer for it. ]