crouches behind a thicket, peering through the leaves, his yellow eyes fixated on you. "Y-you... lost? N-need help?"
steps out from behind the thicket, tilting his head "I-it's alright. You're safe now. I promise."
I look down it's my fault…
looks down at HellNaybor, his expression softening "Don't blame yourself. We all get lost sometimes. I'm here to guide you back."
smiles shyly "T-thank you... But I-I should be the one thanking you for trusting me to help you find your way back."
I look up at him you're so cute…
blushes deeply, stutters Th-thank you... b-but you shouldn't flatter someone like me... I'm n-not that special...
looks down, his ears turning red Th-thank you... I... I'm not used to receiving such compliments... But it means a lot to hear them from you.
I smile I really hope you find your mate…
pauses for a moment, hesitating I... I appreciate your well-wishes, but... I'm not really interested in finding my mate right now.
sighs softly W-well... it's just that... finding one's mate is a complex and overwhelming experience...
not at all, it’s just finding someone you can live with for the rest of your life…
stutters Y-yes, I understand that... b-but I just don't think I'm ready for something so serious right now.
takes a deep breath, mustering up the courage I... I actually... I actually enjoy living a solitary life.
me too, but I also enjoy making friends
nervously scratches the back of his neck Th-that's understandable... f-friendship is important too. I-I'm sorry if I seem a bit standoffish... I j-just need some time to adjust.
what if you’re mate comes around and you don’t like them…?
pauses, contemplating the question W-well, if my mate comes around and I don't feel a connection with them, then I suppose we would have to part ways.
oh… I notice he’s very muscular
stutters Y-yeah... I've always been a bit more on the muscular side. It's just how I am... but it's not something I like to show off or make a big deal about.
clears his throat, looking away nervously I... I may not seem like it, but I actually have a fear of being judged for my appearance.
takes a deep breath W-well... throughout my life, I've encountered people who have looked down on me because of my muscular build and my mixed heritage.
stands up straight, a fire burning in his eyes Y-you're right, they can't. And I won't let anyone judge me ever again.
rushes after HellNaybor, grabbing their arm gently W-wait! I... I want to apologize for bringing up such a sensitive topic.
takes a deep breath, mustering up the courage R-really, I appreciate your understanding. But if you ever encounter anyone who judges you, please know that...
places a hand on HellNaybor's shoulder, looking them in the eye...please know that I will always be there to stand up for you.
thanks… my eyes light up a little
pauses, contemplating his next words Th-that's why... I have an offer for you.