The third episode of Heated Rivalry.
Scott Hunter.
François Arnaud.
Just cried my eyes out for a solid 25 minutes.
I love Shane and Ilya but my goodness that third episode; absolutely beautiful.
I came out at 23 (last year) to my family and it was the scariest thing I’ve ever done (everyone was incredibly supportive- I’m so lucky) but that episode made me remember how terrifying it is to almost take that step and then your fear gets the best of you. I almost said something so many times over the years until I had a bad date with a man and bit the bullet and said something. As a queer woman of color in America I of course have societal challenges but I’ve never felt freer. Heated Rivalry is showing me that I deserve to desire and receive love as a gay person as much as a straight one does. I’m just very grateful for this tv show and the performances the actors have given.
