[ hearing 'wouldn't be any consequences' is like nails on a chalkboard for alec, who considers the opposite to be true at all times. ]

There are still consequences to what you do and say. Just — maybe not the same ones, or the same stakes.

[ he does, however, understand what rose means. after learning more about the world she came from, he can relate, somewhat. he always thought the fact that he was gay would mean consequences on himself and everyone he loves. ]

It's good not to feel trapped like that anymore, though. [ even if he is nowhere near her level. ]