He is. We're opposites in many ways, to be completely honest.

[And typically he wouldn't give a second's thought to shocking or appalling anyone. Horatio was also more normal than either of them despite having his quirks and some eccentricities; Dorian couldn't pinpoint exactly what had drawn them together if he tried. But perhaps that was what was unusual about it.

Well, she'd be able to observe and judge for herself once they'd met. Dorian would be interested in hearing her opinion, as well.]

But I suppose that adds some balance to the relationship. I try not to interject into his life too much when I can help it, so he retains as much independence as is possible given the demands placed upon us.