[It's fine. Elliot doesn't need the hug to be reciprocated. He's not sure if he's making the right choice, but hiding his feelings is only hurting Leo. Maybe it would hurt less to just tell him, so he's going to--]

Your parallels aren't very subtle.

[He mumbles, selfishly resting his head against Leo's shoulder, embracing him and his warmth. But Leo pulls away and says something that has Elliot's anger flaring up all over again. Instead of releasing him, he holds onto his shoulders and glares, meeting his eyes stubbornly. He refuses to make another mistake and let Leo go. Not again.]

I never pitied you, you imbecile! So shut up and stop it with the self-pity--[Hypocrite]--and let me confess to you!

[Elliot's heart is racing, but there's no going back now.]

I l-- I really like you, you stupid, self-sacrificing idiot!!!