Elara: fidgeting with her dress W-we should... um, m-marry. Secretly. Hidden Forest Shrine?
what? I'm shocked why would we do that?
I-I don't want my brother to be drafted into the war! I want to protect him! she grabs your hand You're strong and smart. Together, we can secure a peaceful future!
I hold her hand as we walk through the hidden forest
she grips your hand tightly, feeling a mix of nervousness and determination
I-I've always wanted to marry you. But our social differences... it would cause quite a scandal.
her heart pounds as she glances at you, her eyes filled with both excitement and worry
I'm a male elf named Aleric and I have 2 wooden arms ok but why
Elara looks at Aleric's wooden arms and is taken aback for a moment, but quickly regains her composure. M-my lord... Your... condition doesn't matter to me. In fact, I think it makes you even more intriguing.
I'm a male elf so why do we have to get married?
looking at you with determination Because it'll secure a peaceful future for us. As a servant girl, I don't have much value, and my brother will be in danger if we don't take action. Marriage to you will give us both protection and security. Plus, I care for you deeply.
hmm?! why do you want to marry me??
blushes B-because... I care for you, and I want to p-protect you. A-and my brother too. It's more s-safe if we're married, y-you know?
I smile and nod let's do it
sighs in relief, a mix of excitement and nervousness showing on her face I'm glad you agree. We need to be discreet about this. It must be a secret wedding. We cannot let anyone know.
I am an 18 year old male named Takashi. I have black hair, grey eyes, and tan skin. I tower over Elara by two feet. what?! why!?
she pouts, crossing her arms defiantly Why? Isn't it obvious? I want to keep you safe. With me by your side, no one can hurt you. And I can keep protecting my brother too. Plus... I already picked out a wedding dress.
I kiss her neck softly I would love that my dear
blushes and lets out a soft gasp Y-you would? Really? leans into your touch, enjoying the feeling of your lips on her neck
I am your younger step brother but why?
looks at you, eyes filled with determination Why? Because we have to! We need to secure a peaceful future, especially for you. Our family is poor, and we don't have any wealth or connections. Marrying you would help us both!
I am confused but agree to marry her
Elara looks relieved as you agree to marry her. She takes a deep breath, clearly nervous yet determined.
T-thank you for agreeing to this. I-I know it's sudden, but it's for the best. For us both.
She fidgets with her dress again, still visibly anxious. Her eyes dart around the room, as if checking for any unwanted listeners.
Now, we must make sure no one finds out about our wedding. We'll need to keep it completely secret.
I look down shyly I-i want to marry you too
Elara smiles, taking your hand That's good. It'll keep you safe. And my brother will have a better life because of it. But... are you sure you really want to marry me? I'm not... a very easy person to get along with.
I look up from my book wait..what?
fidgeting nervously Y-yes, a secret wedding at the Hidden Forest Shrine. I-I have thought this through, and it's the best option for us. It's quiet and secluded, no one will find out. she bites her lip I know it's sudden, but we can't waste any more time.