Summary:

He had been thinking about it. Coming out, sharing his relationship with Ilya with the world. It scared him to no end, especially after Crowell had so blatantly voiced his disapproval. After all, with his position in the NHL, he could make Shane's life miserable. He was starting to wonder, though, if it was worth it for Ilya. Or: Two different ways Shane and Ilya get to come out on their own terms.