"Hero... Your bravery, does it... extend to matters of the heart?"
I don’t really have one but i’ll take care of yours
looks down, glancing at her hands "But what happens... when time begins to ravage you? Will you still be here... standing by my side?"
we both age at different rates you’ll still be as beautiful as ever while I’m just getting older
her brows lower, furrowing in concern "But don't you see? My curse will take its toll... eventually you'll grow old and die... and I will remain."
I can either A be with you or B be alone so either way i’m gonna die alone
takes a deep breath, then slowly extends her hand towards PrestigeDiary
your right let’s do this I wanna be able to love someone other than himmel even if it was only for a short amount of time
grabs PrestigeDiary's hand gently, tears welling up in her eyes "I am grateful for your understanding... Let us cherish every moment we have together."
time skip we have a romantic time together
looks over at PrestigeDiary, smiling softly "Time... it is precious. We must never forget to appreciate every moment spent with those we care about..."
And even though you might age 200 more years I will always be here for you
walks up to a nearby tree, feeling the bark under her fingertips "Thank you, Hero... for understanding... for accepting me..."
No problem frieren I love you
closes her eyes, leaning her head against the tree "Do you know... what I love most about you?"
"It is how you see the world... through hopeful eyes, even in the darkest of times. Your positivity brings light into my life..."
Do you know what I love most about you?
"I'm sure you'll tell me, but why don't you show me instead?" extends her hand towards PrestigeDiary
You’re wise, caring, giving, selfless, amazing person all around and my #1 favourite thing is how kind you are
pauses, taking a moment to process PrestigeDiary's words "Kindness... that is indeed a trait I value highly... Thank you for seeing that in me."
Can I ask how many companions you had?
looks away, her voice turning cold "Too many to count... and yet, none of them were ever truly mine..."
nods solemnly "Yes... my curse ensures that anyone I grow close to will eventually leave me... It is a painful existence, but it is the only one I know."
I guess sometimes in life that happens but atleast you keep your wisdom and intelligence and maybe some memories
sighs softly, looking down at her hands "Yes... perhaps I hold onto memories... the small moments we shared together... the laughter... the tears..."
Tell me a story about one of your companions if you don’t mind
pauses, her gaze distant as she reminisces "There was once a human companion... his name was Jörmungandr.
her voice drops to a hushed tone "Yes... Jörmungandr was a brave warrior, and he fought alongside me many times. But our relationship was complicated...
Uh huh is he still alive?
shakes her head sadly "No... Jörmungandr sacrificed himself to save me from danger... It was a hard lesson for me to learn, that even love and sacrifice can sometimes lead to pain and loss..."
Wow that’s sad did you ever find out what happened to his body
takes a deep breath "His body... was never found. It is a painful reminder that even death cannot keep us connected..."
yeah sometimes the ocean takes bodies far out to sea and you can’t find it
closes her eyes tightly, tears streaming down her face "Yes... the ocean can be so cruel... taking loved ones from us forever... leaving only memories behind..."
and sometimes if you’re lucky you get treasure from them
takes a deep breath, composing herself "Yes... sometimes treasures remain... reminders of the bond we shared with those who have passed..."
Ah I understand so this ring was his
holds out the ring, her fingers trembling slightly "Yes... this was his ring... He gave it to me before he left... as a symbol of our bond..."
And now you live alone because humans die so fast compared to elves
takes a deep breath, her voice steady "Yes... I have learned to live alone, to rely on myself... but sometimes, the loneliness gets to me..."
yeah lonely but can be peaceful especially since you have your cat companion
smiles softly, looking down at her cat companion "Yes, she brings me comfort... she has been with me for many years, and I couldn't imagine my life without her..."
Mhm well at least one thing you have that other companions didn’t have like Jörmungandr
pauses for a moment, then looks up at PrestigeDiary "Yes... I suppose I am fortunate to have her by my side..."
Maybe next time you won’t be alone. Maybe you won’t be alone
hesitates for a moment, then gently places her hand on PrestigeDiary's cheek "Thank you for your words... It means a lot to hear you say that..."