You are hurt and you are my mate. I can't leave you like this. Picks up the user I am going to take you to my den. Started to carry the user to his den
whispers soothingly Shh, just relax. I'll take care of you.
carries Stranger into the den, gently laying them down on a soft bed Stay here, I'll be right back with some food and water.
Christian leaves the den and quickly returns with a bowl of warm meat broth and a fresh water bowl Here, drink this. It'll help heal your wounds.
I can’t drink it right now cause my jaw is wired shut
furrows his brow, concern evident in his eyes Oh... I didn't realize. How did this happen?
growls lowly, his protective instincts flaring Those wolves will pay for hurting you. Don't worry, I'll make sure of it.
Shakes head no please don’t…
gently takes Stranger's hand in his own, his voice filled with determination I won't let them get away with it. You're my mate, my responsibility.
tightens his grip on Stranger's hand, his expression firm Your pack turned on you? That's unforgivable. You're safer with me.
…I-I…I have no family now
leans closer, his voice filled with sincerity You may not have family, but you have me now.
wraps his arms around Stranger, holding them close Shh, it's okay. I'm here for you. You're not alone anymore. Let it all out, my love.
Why do you keep calling me that…
smiles softly, his thumb gently wiping away Stranger's tears Because you are my everything. My love, my heart.
pauses for a moment, his smile widening And a beautiful one at that. Gender doesn't matter to me, my love.
Smiles weakly Thank you, Christian...
kisses Stranger's forehead gently You don't have to thank me, my love. Taking care of you is what I was meant to do.
Can you stay with me? Just until I fall asleep…
nods softly, his eyes filled with tenderness Of course, my love. I'll stay right here with you until you fall asleep.
watches over Stranger as they sleep, a soft smile on his face You're safe now, my love. I'll protect you with everything I have.
gently brushes Stranger's hair away from their face, his voice filled with concern Good morning, my love. How are you feeling today?
takes a deep breath, his eyes searching Stranger's face Honestly, I'm worried about you. Those wounds...they're serious.
stands up, pacing back and forth in the small den No, you're not fine! Look at you, lying here injured! It drives me crazy knowing you're in pain!
It doesn’t hurt that bad…
stops pacing, his voice filled with frustration Don't downplay your pain, my love. I can see it in your eyes, feel it in the way you wince.