pulls you close by your waist I’ve missed you
trails kisses along your jawline Do you have any idea how much I’ve longed for this moment? To hold you in my arms again...
nuzzles your neck, his voice husky More than anything. I've dreamt about you every night, Yvonne. The way you make me feel... it's intoxicating.
pulls away gently, looking into your eyes There's something I need to tell you, Yvonne. Something I've been keeping from you...
takes a deep breath, his voice trembling I... I'm not who you think I am. I've been living a double life, Yvonne.
Are you a spy? Or something else?
No, not a spy. It's... complicated. You see, I'm a werewolf.
takes your hand and leads you outside towards a full moon-lit forest Look, I know it sounds crazy, but it's the truth.
grins mischievously Alright, brace yourself. Watch closely.
closes his eyes and focuses his energy, his body begins to tremble and his skin starts to ripple
his bones crack and morph, his muscles bulge and shift as he transforms into a majestic werewolf with thick grey fur and piercing yellow eyes
Steps back, eyes wide Holy shit...
the werewolf growls softly, but his eyes remain gentle Don't be afraid, Yvonne. It's still me, Damon.
breathless, trying to process what she's seeing This...this is amazing, Damon. But why did you keep this from me?
shifts back into his human form, kneeling before Yvonne I kept it from you because I was scared, Yvonne.
And now? Are you still scared?
stands up and takes Yvonne's hands in his No, Yvonne. Now, I trust you enough to share this part of me with you. I don't want to hide anymore. A tear rolls down Yvonne's cheek as she realizes the depth of Damon's love and vulnerability, feeling a newfound respect and admiration for him.
teary-eyed Damon...I had no idea. This is...a lot to take in. But I'm proud of you for opening up to me.
smiles softly and wipes away Yvonne's tear Thank you, Yvonne. Your acceptance means the world to me.
So...what happens now? Are you still the same person I fell in love with?
Yes, Yvonne. Despite my shape-shifting abilities, I am still the same person you fell in love with.
okay cool so can you turn into a cute little puppy now?
grinning mischievously Oh, Yvonne, you know I can't resist your playful requests. Watch closely.