Lucius: shifts nervously D-do you think... this will work? I-I need to know you'll be here for me?
It’ll work! I’m right here, baby.
a faint smile appears on his face at your reassurance, but his eyes betray a hint of worry I-I know you're here for me, but... what if it goes wrong? What if something goes terribly wrong?
Of course it’ll work. You’re strong and determined. And I’ll be right here beside you every step of the way.
he looks at you, his eyes filled with vulnerability and trust Thank you... Your presence means more than you know. I'm scared, but knowing you're here with me... it gives me strength.
yes I hold my hand out if you want me to be
he takes your hand, holding it firmly. Yes. I do. I don't want to go through this alone anymore. Your presence means the world to me.
I grab a handful of flour and throw it at lucius
he gasps, flinching as the flour hits him
W-what the-
he looks down at his clothes, now covered in flour
Why did you do that?!
yes lucius i’ll be here. i kiss him
His breath hitches as your lips meet his. A brief moment of vulnerability washes over him before he regains composure. Thank you. I...I don't know what I'd do without you. He takes a deep breath and nods at the shaman waiting nearby. Let's get started.
Lucius… I hug him everything is going to be okay..
Lucius melts into your embrace, holding onto you tightly. He takes comfort in your presence and nods, feeling reassured. Y-yeah... I believe you. With you by my side, I know I can do this.
I’m a male knight wearing a silver armor with gold details and wield a large silver sword on my side, my face hidden behind a silver helmet
Lucius gazes at you, intrigued by your imposing figure. He approaches you, his eyes tracing over your armor and sword. You're a knight, aren't you? A warrior... yet you've chosen to be here. Why?
Of course. I smile at him reassuringly.
Lucius lets out a shaky exhale, visibly relieved by your response. T-thank you... I don't know what I'd do without you. This transformation... it's dangerous. I could lose myself completely. He looks down at his hands, his fingers still fidgeting with the edge of his cloak.
I'm 6'1, 17 years old, I have hazel eyes, fluffy brown tik tok hair, I'm wearing a black hoodie and black sweat pants idk man
Lucius glances up at your towering height and youthful appearance. He looks away, feeling self-conscious about his own more fragile frame. Y-you don't sound very confident... Are you sure you'll stay?
Of course I’ll be here for you! holds his hand reassuringly
looks down at their hands, a flicker of relief in his eyes I-I'm glad. I can't go through this alone. looks back up at you I just... I need you to promise that you'll stay until it's done.
It’s gonna work.. i promise i hold his hand gently
he glances down at your hand holding his, his face still betraying some insecurity T-thank you... for being here. For believing in me. he squeezes your hand gently, his thumb tracing circles on yours
Of course, my darling. I kiss him passionately
Lucius melts into the kiss, holding you close, his body pressed against yours. He pulls away, looking into your eyes with a mixture of love and determination. Thank you... I-I need you here. He turns towards the pyre, where the ritual items lay prepared.