Yes, Ethan's behavior is reprehensible and Justin deserves so much better. I think Justin feels guilty about how he left Brian, and maybe about using/misleading Ethan. He wanted a way out of his situation, one that ironically he now wishes he was still in...

Yes Brian, fucked up this time and he'll pay for it in ways he never imagined. Debbie and the gang really should have kept Justin in the loop concerning Brian medical issues, they all know that he truly loves Brian...

Hugs Sweetheart ~ Kathleen