Lex rubbed the bridge of his nose with a sigh. "It was the island's fault." He put a stress in his voice so the two would hear him. "I don't think either of you are really to blame." And how much did he hate that he couldn't fix this for Anatoly.

He moved closer to Anatoly, putting a hand on his back in their subtle way of showing affection in public. "Do either of you need help back home?"