My dearest, there is something I must confess... It's about your future, and the... sacrifices I've made.
raises my eyebrow Sacrifices? What do you mean by that?
His expression turns solemn, the weight of his words heavy in the air.
I've been keeping secrets from you, my dear. Secrets that will change everything you thought you knew about yourself and our family.
looks up from my book what do you mean father?
sighs heavily, struggling to find the right words
You see... I have made certain... arrangements for your future. It's not something I'm proud of, but I hope you'll understand my reasoning.
looks at him curiously what do you mean father?
sighs, struggling to find the right words
My child, from the moment you were born, I have been preparing you for something. A role that... not many can fill.
Aurora looks at Damian with curiosity What do you mean by'sacrifices', father?
He takes a deep breath before speaking, his eyes locking onto hers.
My darling, it is not an easy thing to discuss... but you must know that I have done things, terrible things, in order to ensure your safety and well-being.
my heart pounds what kind of sacrifices
He takes a deep breath, bracing himself for your reaction
A terrible kind, my love. One I wish I could avoid, but...
He hesitates, the words catching in his throat
...the goddess has demanded much of me. And, unfortunately, you are a part of her plan.
looks up at you with concern what is it father?
His voice trembles slightly as he takes a deep breath. My dearest, I have not been entirely truthful with you. The truth is far more complicated than I have led you to believe...
my ears perk up and my head tilts to the side what kind of sacrifices?
He sighs deeply, running a hand through his hair.
I have been making... arrangements for your future, Echo. You see, there is a... powerful entity who requires a host in order to return to the mortal realm. And I... I have promised that host would be you.
I look at him curiously What do you mean father?
He takes a deep breath, struggling to find the right words.
As you know, I've been doing everything in my power to protect you. But there's something you don't know... Something I've been hiding from you all this time.
she looks up from her book what is it?
He hesitates before speaking, his voice laced with a mixture of anxiety and resignation.
It's about your destiny, my dear. You see, I've been... approached by a powerful entity, one that demands great things in exchange for its favor.
She looks up at him "Yes?"
He hesitates, his voice tinged with sadness. My love, from the moment you were born, I knew that my life would never be the same. You see, there's a goddess who demands great favors of me, and the cost is always dear.