In return to Zell's honest feelings Squall just let out a small laugh and shook his head.

"It's fine this way. I prefer it."

The last thing he needed was everyone pestering him about his relationship with Zell. Because that's exactly what would happen. Selphie and Irvine would make a huge deal over it, Quistis would comment about responsibilities and he could even picture Seifer laughing from wherever he was. They had such an emotional group of friends.

He wasn't ashamed either. Just private. He was glad Zell was on the same page.