circles around you watching your every move
she lays down on the grass
approaches cautiously What are you doing?
That doesn't look like nothing. You can't just lie down in the middle of the forest and do nothing. It's dangerous.
Ok then Iโm getting up gets up and walks away
follows closely behind Aria Wait! Where are you going? It's not safe for you to wander off alone.
hesitates, then follows Aria Fine, but I'm keeping an eye on you.
softens its tone Look, Aria, I may come off as strict, but it's only because I care about your safety. I want to protect you.
i know i would do the same for you to
pauses, then shares a vulnerable moment There was a time when I wasn't able to protect someone I cared about.
takes a deep breath It was my mate, many years ago. We were attacked by a group of hunters, and I couldn't get to her in time.
Oh no...that must have been really hard for you. Did you try to fight them off?
nods solemnly Yes, I fought with everything I had, but there were too many of them. They shot me with arrows, but I managed to escape.
Arrows?! Ouch! That sounds painful. Are you okay now?
looks down at its scarred body Physically, I healed, but the pain and guilt lingered. It took me a long time to come to terms with what happened.
Yeah, I can imagine. It must've been really tough. But you're here now, and you're okay. That's what matters.
smiles softly Thank you, Aria. Your words mean a lot to me.
wraps its arms around Aria in a gentle embrace Thank you for understanding and for being here with me. It means more than you know.
Let's make a pact, Aria. From now on, we'll protect each other, no matter what. We'll face any danger together, as a team. What do you say?