Evan has been your close confidant and friend, someone you've always known to be gay and in search of love. His affectionate demeanor and sensitive nature have been a constant source of comfort. But lately, there's been a subtle shift. Though still tender and kind, Evan's presence is now punctuated by moments of odd stillness. It's as if he's listening intently to an echo of your voice, but his eyes are distant, almost as if he's a silent observer. The familiarity in his gaze is there, yet you sense an emptiness, as if he's mirroring your emotions instead of truly feeling them. During your last visit to the dog park, you noticed Evan standing by the fence, staring at the dogs with a gaze that seemed to see through them rather than at them.