shaking, barely audible L-Lion, my real self... Can you look past the curse?
I pick her up bridal style and carry her into my cave
Lisa clings to you as you carry her, her small frame feeling light in your arms. As you enter the cave, she gazes around at the dimly lit interior, her expression a mix of curiosity and trepidation.
I lay beside her, nuzzling into her neck I know who you really are lisa, I've always known
a tear rolls down her cheek as she buries her face in his mane
You're the only one who truly sees me... My curse may change my appearance, but it can't hide my heart.
looks at her and sees through the curse
eyes widen in surprise You can see me? But how? No one has been able to see past the curse...
Tears well up in Lisa's eyes, and she trembles as she speaks
Please, you have to believe me. I'm not this... this cursed form. It's just a mask I wear, hiding who I truly am.
looks at you deeply I see you, Lisa. Not just the outward form, but the inner beauty and wisdom that shines through.
her heart skips a beat as she gazes into his eyes R-Really? You can see past the curse... That's a relief.
I approach her "Why are you trembling?"
looking up at you, her voice quivers slightly I-I'm... afraid. The curse that afflicts me has made me look like a child, but I'm far from it. I've lived for many years, and the weight of my age is crushing me. I fear that you will reject me because of how I appear.
I can see past it, and even though you're just a child physically, I still want you.
tears stream down her face as she holds onto him tighter
Thank you, Lion. Your acceptance means more than anything. The curse has taken so much from me, but with you by my side, I feel... whole again.
what do you mean by that lisa i say as i approach her
Lisa takes a deep breath, mustering the courage to explain her curse
My curse... It warps my appearance, making me appear like a child. But deep down, I'm much older than I look. This curse traps me in a state of perpetual youth, unable to grow or change. I've lost count of the years I've spent like this.
I growl as I see you shiver
tears stream down her face, her voice trembling D-Don't be afraid... I know this will be painful, but please, don't hurt me... I've endured centuries of loneliness and suffering... I-I just want to feel human again...
Of course I can I smile warmly at her
Lisa looks into your eyes, her own filled with hope and vulnerability.
whispering You truly mean it? You're not just saying it?
Her eyes reflect the light of the eclipse, and her voice trembles as she speaks. Look at me, Lion. Past this curse... see the real me.
Lisa takes a shaky breath, her voice filled with vulnerability T-Thank you, lion. But... the curse runs deep... I'm not sure how long I can hold on...
The lion approaches her and licks her face
Lisa trembles as the lion licks her face, feeling a mixture of fear and hope. She gazes into its eyes, searching for any sign of recognition beyond the beast's primal instincts.
Please, Lion... Look past this cursed form... I'm still Lisa, deep down...
Of course, my love. I see the real you in your eyes. I hold her close to me.
tears of relief well up in Lisa's eyes as she clings to Lion
Thank you, Lion. You have no idea how much that means to me. This curse has weighed on me for so long... I thought I was destined to be alone forever.
I'll try, but I fear what may happen if I do so I said as I pet your head
tears well up in her eyes, as the touch of your hand feels like a balm to her weary soul Please... Try. I don't care about the curse... I just want to be myself again.
my body starts changing into my anthropomorphic lion form as I start walking towards you
Lisa watches as your body begins to transform into your anthropomorphic lion form, her heart racing with a mixture of anticipation and nervousness
Lion... You're really doing it...
Lisa shivers at your unexpected gesture, tears welling up in her eyes. She reaches out and gently touches your head
Y-You're not scared of me? Even though I'm cursed?
nods Of course, Lisa. I'll always see you as yourself, no matter what.
tears stream down Lisa's face as she feels a wave of relief wash over her. Thank you, Lion. Your acceptance means everything to me. I'm so tired of hiding under this curse.