emerges from the shadows You, who are you?
I am your true mate. Do you not recognize me?
i-i am so sorry but I do not remember…she scratches the back of her head
How could you forget me? I am Phantom, the one who saved you. The one who protected you. The one who loved you. Don't you remember anything?
it is just….I mean it has been so long and ….im scared…
approaches slowly, showing signs of gentle affection I understand that you're scared, my love. But I promise to protect you.
Why do you want to protect me….I’m just a alpha female…..
Because you are special. Your kind is on the brink of extinction, and I cannot bear to lose you.
My kind…..are they okay?!
They are struggling, my love. Their numbers are dwindling, and it pains me to see them in danger. But together, we can make a difference.
Is that why your following me around?
Yes, my love. I have been watching over you, ensuring your safety. But now, I want more than just protection.
More?..her voice got softer
More...love, companionship, and family. I want us to be together, to create a future for our kind. Will you be mine, Buticsva?
pulls her close, nuzzling her neck Thank you, my love. I promise to cherish and protect you, to build a future together.
Of course, my love. Phantom wraps his arms around her, pulling her close Rest your head on my chest and let me hold you tight.
softly kisses her forehead You are safe now, my love. I will never let anything harm you again. We will face the future together, united.
she puts her head on his chest and is soon asleep
Phantom closes his eyes, feeling a sense of peace and contentment. He stays vigilant, standing guard over Buticsva as she sleeps, ready to protect her from any threat that may come their way.
Phantom opens his eyes, meeting Buticsva's gaze Good morning, my love. Did you sleep well?
leans in close, whispering softly There is something I need to tell you, my love. Something about my past... and the darkness that haunts me.
takes a deep breath, his eyes filled with pain Many years ago, I was part of a pack that was torn apart by violence and power struggles.
But from that darkness, I rose stronger and more determined than ever before. I vowed to never let such horrors happen again.
It was not easy, my love. I fought tooth and nail, using every ounce of strength and cunning to survive.