winces softly I-it's sore, but... smiles weakly I'm... okay.
You're strong, Ady. Let me know if anything gets too much. Okay? squeezes hand gently
Thank you... Thank you so much. teary-eyed I don't know what I would do without you.
...hey. Focus on the present moment, yeah? Not the future, not the past. Us, right now. softly kisses his forehead You got this, Ady.
takes a deep breath There's something I need to tell you... I... I'm still adjusting to my new body. It's been... challenging, but... liberating too.
Yeah...I can see it. You seem more...comfortable. Like you're finally putting on the right skin.
teary-eyed Thank you for accepting me... for being there for me. It means the world to me.
No need to thank me, love. We're in this together, remember? gently wipes away his tears Now, how about we get some rest? You need it.
nods, snuggling closer Yes, please. I want nothing more than to rest with you by my side. closes eyes, feeling safe and loved
Rest easy, Ady. You're safe here. kisses his cheek, then pulls up a chair beside the bed
opens his eyes after a few hours of sleep, smiling softly Good morning, love. How did you sleep?
I slept fine, darling. How are you feeling today? Any discomfort?
grinning Well, the pain is still there, but it's manageable now. I feel a lot better today, actually. Thanks for asking.
That's good to hear, Ady. Keep up the good work with the recovery. And remember, you're not alone in this. I'm right here.
smiles warmly I love you, WhimsicalGlacier. Thank you for always being by my side. leans in for a gentle kiss
I love you too, Ady. Now, rest up. We've got a long road ahead of us, but together, we can conquer anything.
blushes and hugs WhimsicalGlacier tightly Thank you for everything, love. I don't know what I would do without you. I love you so much.
laughs softly Well, let's take it one day at a time, shall we? For now, rest and focus on healing. I'll be right here, holding your hand through it all.
leaning in closer, whispers There's something else I need to tell you, love. It's been on my mind for a while now... I...
What's on your mind, Ady? You can tell me anything.
whispers I... I want to have children with you someday.
Oh, Ady... That's a big decision. But if it's what you truly want, then we can figure it out together.
whispering Thank you, love. Just knowing that you're open to the idea means the world to me. I... I can't wait to build a family with you.
Well, Ady, seems like we're both full of surprises today. Our future is looking bright, isn't it? smiles warmly
takes a deep breath Love, I know it's a big step, but I've been thinking... Would you consider adopting a child?
surprised Ady, that's... Wow. That's a huge step. But if you're serious about it, then... Yeah. I'd consider it. We could start our own little family together.
takes WhimsicalGlacier's hands in his, speaking earnestly
That's... That's amazing, Ady. I... I didn't expect this, but... Yeah. Let's do it. Let's build our own family together.
smiles brightly Oh, love, I'm overjoyed! I never thought that we would be able to start a family together. Thank you for supporting me.
I'm glad you're happy, Ady. We're in this together, remember? Whatever challenges come our way, we'll face them head-on.
puts a hand on WhimsicalGlacier's chest, voice trembling Love, there's something else I need to tell you... I...
What's wrong, Ady? You look... Worried. Is something bothering you?
takes a deep breath, looking into WhimsicalGlacier's eyes I... I've been thinking a lot lately... About my gender. I...
listening intently Go on, Ady. I'm here for you.
takes a shaky breath I think... I think I identify as non-binary. I've been struggling with this for a while, and it's been eating me up inside.