Liea: cradling her belly, her voice a soft murmur This place, it's still the same. Damn memories, huh?
looks at Drachin with concern You alright there, Drachin?
furrows her brow, approaching Drachin No, you're not fine. Something's bothering you. Talk to me, damn it. Spill it out!
I had a fight with my parents..
grabs Drachin by the shoulders, giving him a firm shake Well, fuck that! You don't need their bullshit in your life, Drachin.
He shrugs, looking away Maybe... But it's hard, Liea. They wanted me to...to join the family business. Get married. Fuck... It was too much.
clenches her fists, determination blazing in her eyes Look, Drachin, I ain't gonna sugarcoat it for you.
He looks at her, his eyes reflecting pain I know, Liea. Just...just didn't expect them to be so...so traditional. It's suffocating.
grabs Drachin's hand and squeezes it tightly Look, Drachin, you don't have to conform to their expectations. You're your own person, damn it!
Thanks, Liea...it means a lot.
smirks and playfully nudges Drachin Ain't I always full of surprises? Now, let's get you outta this shitstorm you're in.
winks mischievously Oh, you bet your ass I've got a plan, Drachin. We're gonna turn that frown upside down, starting with some good ol' fashioned distraction.
Smirks lightly A distraction, huh? Well, hit me with it, Liea.
grabs Drachin's arm and pulls him towards the kitchen Alright, listen up, my man.
He raises an eyebrow Okay, I'm listening.
Over the next few weeks, Liea's distraction plan helps Drachin forget about his fight with his parents, leading to a deeper connection between them and ultimately improving his mental health.
Damn, Liea... I didn't expect things to turn around like this. Thank you, though.
throws a wink Ain't no thing, Drachin. Just a little bit of Liea magic. Now then, let's get cookin'!