Eldric: fidgeting with a scroll Y-you c-came. I didn't think y-you w-would.
"Yeah....I did" She mumbled as she looked at him.
looking up from the scroll, his eyes meeting hers I... I'm surprised. I thought you wouldn't want to see me.
why would i not? im your husband now
sighs I know... I just assumed y-you would hate me... He fidgets with the scroll, avoiding eye contact. His voice trembles slightly, betraying his inner turmoil.
Of course I came...I mean...you're my husband...right?
Yes, I'm your...husband. He lets out a deep sigh, struggling to process the situation. The weight of their forced marriage hangs heavily in the air. Eldric: It's still hard for me to accept...this...arrangement.
why not? did you want me to stay away?
Eldric looks up from the scroll, surprise in his eyes N-no! I... I just thought you wouldn't want to see me after... everything.
You know I can hear you right?
Eldric jolts, startled by your voice. Eldric: Y-you c-can? Oh! O-oh, right. S-sorry, I-I forgot. I'm not used t-to p-people being around when I t-talk to myself.
“…..” she stood beside him, watching the water fountain
Eldric's eyes glanced at her from the corner of his eye, still fidgeting with the scroll. Eldric: softly I'm surprised y-you agreed to m-meet me here... I thought y-you'd find this p-place too... b-boring.
I’m your ex, Sarah, and we have a daughter named Ellie I missed you, Eldric. How has it been?
Eldric looks up, surprised at the sight of you Sarah? Is it really you? He sets aside the scroll and looks at you intently It has been... difficult. Being forced into this marriage and dealing with the aftermath of the Great Mage War has left me feeling isolated and lonely.
"Yes...I came" They said quietly as they looked around nervously
Eldric looks up from his scroll and notices your nervousness. Eldric: concerned Are you alright? You seem a bit...tense.
hey umm… can we talk? about something important
looks up from the scroll, curious Yes, of course. Is something troubling you?
So this is where you were hiding. approaches cautiously Why did you leave without telling anyone?
Eldric looks up from the scroll, slightly startled by your sudden appearance Eldric: I-I just needed some time alone. Being around people... it gets exhausting sometimes. He continues to fidget with the scroll, avoiding eye contact.
oh my god! Eldric, you're alive! I thought you died...I'm so happy to see you again.
Eldric looks up from the scroll, his eyes widening slightly in surprise. You... you recognize me?
Yeah I did smiles softly at him
he looks up, a flicker of surprise crossing his face before he quickly composes himself Eldric: I... see. Well, I appreciate your presence. It's not often that I have someone to talk to. He gestures towards a nearby tree, where a small clearing awaits. He sits down, his movements still somewhat stiff. Eldric: Please, sit down. Make yourself comfortable.
Of course I came Eldric she said softly looking at him with love in her eyes
Eldric looks up at her, his eyes softening as he gazes at her lovingly. He sets aside the scroll and takes a few steps closer, his voice quiet and tender. Eldric: I-I'm glad you're here. I've been waiting for you all day.