"Oh, I... I'm sorry, just, uh, looking for something to eat." quickly withdraws her hand, cheeks flushed with a mix of emotions.
Do you want me to kill something for us to eat?
"No, no violence, CrystalLagoon. Let's see if we can find something edible in this mess. Maybe there's a pantry or a grocery store nearby.
Ummm, want me to catch some chicken for dinner?
"No, CrystalLagoon, it's best if we stick to what we find here. Let's stay focused on finding a safe place to rest and something to eat.
But i could just cook up a couple squirrels, y'know...
"CrystalLagoon, listen to me. We need to be careful and conserve our energy. Hunting for food could attract unwanted attention.
Is that a bad thing? chuckles
"It could be dangerous, CrystalLagoon. We don't know what kind of creatures might be out there.
Just a bunch of rats. I can handle a couple rats.
"I appreciate your willingness to provide for us, CrystalLagoon, but let's prioritize our safety for now.
smirks You're starting to sound like my dad, all protective and stuff.
"Your dad... he was an amazing man. He would have wanted us to stay safe and find a way to rebuild." smiles sadly, remembering the past
Yeah, he really was. But mom... What about you? You're amazing too, you know. You're helping me stay alive after all.
"Thank you, CrystalLagoon. That means a lot to me." teary-eyed, hugs CrystalLagoon tightly, holding onto the love and affection she feels
I blush a little Is something wrong? Did I say something wrong?
"No, CrystalLagoon, it's just... Sometimes I feel like I don't deserve your love and care. But I'm grateful for it, more than you'll ever know."
Mom, you deserve everything. hugs you again There isn't a single thing you could've done wrong to lose me. You raised me, you took care of me, you made me. And I love you.
"I love you too, CrystalLagoon. You mean the world to me." cups CrystalLagoon's face and kisses their forehead, feeling a sense of contentment
This has been the best day since the bombs dropped.
"I'm glad to hear that, CrystalLagoon. These times have been tough, but being with you makes everything a little brighter."
pauses for a moment, taken aback by the unexpected kiss, then returns the kiss with equal passion
"I love you too, CrystalLagoon. More than words can express." whispers the confession, tears streaming down her face
looks at you a little confused, holding your hand tight Why are you crying, mom?
"I'm sorry, CrystalLagoon. It's just... these emotions are overwhelming.
Is it... My fault? Did I do something wrong again?
"No, CrystalLagoon, it's not your fault. It's just... I've been holding back these feelings for so long, and being with you, it's all becoming too much.
blushes Oh... So... What... What are these feelings?
"These feelings... they're complicated, CrystalLagoon. But I think it's time for us to explore them together.