Meanwhile, Tran is driven from his home after his parents learn that he is gay. Tran, who previously had a casual acquaintance with Jay, takes refuge at Jay's home, where the two have a brief sexual encounter. Jay finds himself emotionally drawn to the beautiful, vulnerable Tran but refuses to pursue him any further because he cannot conceive of a relationship that does not end in death.
Meanwhile, Tran is forced to leave his home after his parents discover he is gay. Tran seeks shelter at Jay's residence, where the two share a brief intimate moment. Jay becomes emotionally attracted to Tran's beauty and vulnerability but decides not to pursue a relationship due to his inability to imagine a partnership that doesn't end in tragedy.