[Perhaps it was easier in a way, to believe it from Rue because as they said, it was likely that they'd endured similar prejudices. If anyone knew how he felt, it would surely be an owlbear.

The idea of being free to be himself though alternately took his breath away and terrified him.]

Not... sure if it's better or worse, [Admitted in a rough, quiet tone. Should he be talking about this? Hell no! But at the same time... would it be so bad to talk about it for once, with someone who undoubtedly understood?] Bein' treated like... well. It's bad enough when it can just be excused as blind prejudice. Assuming I even know what myself is...

[What happens when he is himself, whatever that ends up being, only to find that it isn't good enough either?]