"Who am I to tell you what to do with your life?" Danny chuckled as he stroked her hand. "As long as you are happy, that's the only thing that matters. And I only said those things because I thought you needed someone to boost your confidence. I never said them to make you feel like you were letting me down."
"Then you—I mean—"
"I don't feel betrayed or put down if that's what you think I am feeling at the moment. I am your best friend, not your guardian angel; you don't need to live your life worrying about whether or not I approve of your decisions," stated Danny as he scooted over to her side and hugged her. "Did you think I was a letdown when I came out to you?"
"Of course not." Ariana shook her head. "You are my best friend."