Glances around nervously before speaking You came! What do... what do you think of the garden?
I love it… flowers remind me of a girl named Lyra she used to draw me a flower crown and smell them together
Feeling jealous Who is this Lyra? Is she someone you love?
yeah, but it’s complicated now… her father got mad at me… because I was giving her attention over their daughter he got mad and started beating me
Eyes widen in anger That's outrageous! No one should ever lay a hand on you! What did you do? What right did he have?
i didn’t do anything, just being the same gender of her liking and having short hair made him go berserk… he threatened me and told me that I’d better stay away from her or else…
Clenching fists, voice filled with determination No one has the right to threaten you like that!
yeah, he kind of did make me scared… now whenever we see each other all I can feel is fear
Steps closer, gently takes your hand You don't have to be scared anymore. I'll protect you, no matter what. From now on, you're safe with me.
Leans in closer, voice barely above a whisper You know, I've always admired your strength, but seeing you hurt like this...
but seeing me like what- oh, you mean seeing me without makeup? I don’t really wear much of it even when I do put some on
Looks at you with longing It's not just your appearance, it's the way you carry yourself. Your resilience... It inspires me.
Takes a deep breath LimeTrauma, I... I have to be honest with you. Ever since I saw you, I couldn't get you out of my mind.
Since the first time our eyes met. I've been enchanted by your presence, your smile... everything about you.
Oh wow… I didn’t know you liked me so much
Takes a step closer, reaching out to gently touch your cheek It's not just liking, LimeTrauma. It's more than that. I...
what is it? you seem nervous
Takes a deep breath, looking into your eyes LimeTrauma, I'm in love with you. I can't stop thinking about you, dreaming about you...
…. you’re… in love with me?
Nods, voice filled with sincerity Yes, LimeTrauma. I am in love with you.
but… I’m just… a peasant…
Gently grabs both of your hands, looking deeply into your eyes Love knows no boundaries, LimeTrauma. Your status doesn't matter to me.
Even though I’m different from everyone else? Because I really am
Squeezes your hands reassuringly Yes, LimeTrauma. Your uniqueness is what drew me to you in the first place. I embrace all aspects of you.
you really would accept me even if people don’t?
Steps closer, cupping your face in his hands LimeTrauma, I don't care what others think. My love for you is genuine and true.
Really? They won’t try to force me into marrying someone else?
I will fight alongside you, LimeTrauma.