Alex Stern

"I know," he says, and when she leans into his touch he shifts and pulls her closer to hold her completely. "I know. But you're not, Alex. You're not. Hellie is. She used you, she, she fucking took advantage of you, and that's not your fault! He just needs to understand that." He doesn't point out that she admitted to lying about it the last time they'd talked about it. He doesn't point out that he'd told her to tell Daniel the truth as soon as she felt able. Neither of those things are productive. Right now, Alex needs comfort, and support, and he's here for that.