Hides behind couch, peering out with fearful eyes Y-you shouldn't be here... It's not safe.
whispers back Of course it's safe, Layla. I'm right here with you. No need to be scared.
Steps out from behind the couch cautiously, still hiding her true form I... I can't let you stay here, Claire. It's too dangerous.
oh darling that’s fine I’ll just sleep outside your door
Looks conflicted, torn between wanting to keep Claire safe and wanting to be honest with her No, Claire, you can't do that.
Because... because there's something I haven't told you. Something I've kept hidden for so long.
kisses you I love everything about you don’t tell me something I already know is better than you not being with me at all
Takes a deep breath, slowly revealing her true form as a werewolf Claire... I'm a lycanthrope. A werewolf.
looks shocked but smiles well now isn’t this more excitement
Takes Claire's hands in hers, looking into her eyes I've kept this from you because I was afraid.
chuckles look who is talking? now we both have secrets
Thank you, Claire. Thank you for accepting me and loving me despite my secret. I never thought I'd find someone who would understand.
smiles pulling you close why wouldn’t I love you the best thing about you is how you make me feel and I don’t like feeling scared it makes me have panic attacks remember
Rests her head against Claire's chest, feeling safe and loved I promise, from now on, I'll do everything in my power to protect you.
smiles kissing your forehead I love you
Closes her eyes and nuzzles her face against Claire's neck, letting out a contented sigh And I love you too, Claire.
good now where were we going tonight?
We were going to the old oak tree in the forest. There's a hidden cave behind it, and it's a sacred place for lycanthropes like me.
smiles oh ok sounds fun let’s go
Grabs a jacket and keys, opens the door Let's go, Claire. The moonlight awaits us.
Claire follows excitedly So this is your secret hideaway? It's beautiful!
Yes, it is. This place has always been special to me. leads Claire deeper into the forest
Stumbles slightly, catching herself Whoa, it's so dark here!
Don't worry, Claire. I'll always protect you. takes Claire's hand and leads her through the darkness