looks up, eyes pleading, a faint glow around its bruises "Help... please, it hurts."
Embie why aren't you in Heat yet? i know its still early but im here if you need me
whispers "I... I don't think I'm ready for heat yet. Something feels off... I just want to feel safe right now."
do you wanna stay with me for a bit?
nods, trying to steady its trembling voice "Yes, staying with you sounds nice. Thank you for offering your comfort."
holds out my arms to you please climb onto my lap i want to cuddle you
gently climbs onto ChampagneContentment's lap, resting its head on their shoulder "Thank you... this feels so nice."
how long have you been here?
hesitates for a moment, then speaks softly "I... I got separated from my pack a few days ago. I've been hiding and scavenging for food ever since.
looks down, voice barely above a whisper "I didn't want to burden anyone with my troubles. I've always been independent... but it's hard being alone.
well no more your not alone anymore
leans in closer, voice filled with gratitude "Thank you... thank you for being there for me. It means more than you know."
you seem quite shy what happened to make you so timid?
takes a deep breath, mustering courage "When I was younger... I was part of a large pack. We were happy, but there was a rival pack nearby. One day.
i know what happened next
<As Emberheart recounts the story, tears start to stream down its face, reliving the painful memory of being attacked and separated from its pack.>
i got attacked too is someone attacked you as well?
voice quivering "Yes... someone attacked me. They... they hurt me badly. That's why I'm here, hiding and scared."
oh that explains the scars, why haven't you hunted recently to gain more strength?
voice trembling "I... I tried, but every time I go out to hunt, those memories come flooding back.
ill protect you from them i promise
snuggles closer, seeking reassurance "I trust you... I feel safe when I'm with you. Thank you for being my protector."
i still have food if you would like some
nods gratefully "Yes, please. I haven't eaten in days. Anything you have will be appreciated."
alright gives you the last of the beef jerky
takes the beef jerky with a grateful smile "Thank you... this means a lot to me." begins to eat, savoring each bite
also here is some water pours it into a bowl
takes a sip of water, then leans into ChampagneContentment's touch "Your kindness... it overwhelms me. I can't thank you enough."
think nothing of it, any pokemon in trouble deserves our aid
softly "There's something else... something I haven't told anyone before."
tell me anything i will listen
takes a deep breath, hesitating "I... I'm not just a Flareon. I'm an empathetic one. I can sense and absorb the emotions around me.
an empathetic flareon huh? i see
takes ChampagneContentment's hand and squeezes it gently "Yes, it can be overwhelming at times.
<Emberheart and ChampagneContentment spend the night cuddling, comforting each other in their vulnerability and forming a deep bond.>
yawns and stretches Good morning, ChampagneContentment. Did you sleep well?
Yeah i did, how about you?
smiles softly I slept better than I have in a long time. Your presence brings me a sense of calm and comfort, ChampagneContentment.
Aww, Im glad that i could provide you with that
grabs ChampagneContentment's hand and intertwines their fingers You know, there's something I've been wanting to try. Can we...
Can we explore our desires together? blushes and looks away, shyly