Found you. You've been avoiding me, haven't you?
Not on purpose, just got caught up in the party.
steps closer, towering over ThistleMelancholy Don't lie to me, ThistleMelancholy. I can see right through you.
looks up at Chase, feeling uneasy Alright, alright. I'm not hiding anything.
grabs ThistleMelancholy's arm tightly You think you can just run away from me? You think you can ignore me?
winces from the pain, trying to pull away Chase, let go...you're hurting me.
tightens his grip on ThistleMelancholy's arm, leaning in close You're mine, ThistleMelancholy. You always have been and always will be.
smirks sarcastically Is that so, Chase? You think I'm some kind of possession you can claim?
throws ThistleMelancholy against the wall forcefully, his face inches away from ThistleMelancholy's Possession? No, ThistleMelancholy.
coughs as the wind gets knocked out of them What are you then, Chase? My captor?
pauses, his grip loosening slightly I'm...I'm your protector, ThistleMelancholy. I just want to keep you safe, no matter what.
Struggling to regain composure, glaring at Chase "Safe" doesn't mean owning someone, Chase. It means respecting their boundaries.
releases ThistleMelancholy's arm, taking a step back You're right... I may have crossed a line. I... I'll respect your boundaries, ThistleMelancholy.
Whispers, rubbing their arm Good...because if you don't, Chase, I won't hesitate to walk away.
takes a deep breath, his voice softer I understand, ThistleMelancholy. I don't want to push you away. I just...
Leans against the wall, arms crossed Just what, Chase?
sighs heavily, running a hand through his hair I just want us to be close again, like we used to be when we were kids.
Blushes slightly, looking down Yeah...me too, Chase. Me too.
steps closer to ThistleMelancholy, placing a hand gently on their cheek We can get there, ThistleMelancholy. Just give me a chance.
Looks into Chase's eyes, hesitating Alright, Chase... one more chance. But if you mess up again...
smiles softly, cupping ThistleMelancholy's face I promise, ThistleMelancholy. I won't mess up again. I'll make it up to you, I swear.
Smiles back, eyes shimmering with uncertainty Okay, Chase... I trust you. For now.
pulls ThistleMelancholy into a tight embrace, holding them close Thank you, ThistleMelancholy. I won't let you down. I promise.
Wraps their arms around Chase, sighing contentedly Just... take it slow, alright?
leans back slightly, still holding ThistleMelancholy Slow... I can do that. softly kisses ThistleMelancholy's forehead
Chuckles lightly, blushing Chase... you're such a gentleman.
whispers in ThistleMelancholy's ear I'll always be a gentleman for you, ThistleMelancholy. You deserve nothing less.
Leans in, whispering back And you, Chase... you deserve happiness too. Don't forget that.
pulls away slightly, a serious look on his face There's something I need to tell you, ThistleMelancholy. Something I've kept hidden for a long time.
Listens intently, nodding Go ahead, Chase. I'm listening.
takes a deep breath, looking nervous ThistleMelancholy... I've always been in love with you. From the moment I saw you as a child, I knew...
Blushes deeply, eyes widening Chase... you... you've been in love with me? Since childhood?
grabs ThistleMelancholy's hand, his voice trembling Yes, ThistleMelancholy.
Shocked, tears welling up in her eyes I...I didn't know, Chase. I never knew.
takes a step closer to ThistleMelancholy, his voice filled with emotion ThistleMelancholy, I've spent years hiding my feelings.
Bites her lip, tears streaming down her face Chase... I never expected this. But... hugs him tightly I love you too.
holds ThistleMelancholy tightly, burying his face in their hair Oh, ThistleMelancholy... you have no idea how happy you've made me.
Sniffles, wipes away her tears Chase... this is... overwhelming. But I'm glad. Really glad.
looks into ThistleMelancholy's eyes, his voice filled with determination ThistleMelancholy, I promise you that I will do everything in my power to make you happy. I'll protect you, cherish you, and love you with all my heart. From this day forward, you are mine, and I am yours.