Tristan: His form shifting, fingers elongating into claws I-I'm so-... sorry you have to see this.
I watched as the he began to shift
covers face with hands No, please! Don't look at me! I'm... I'm a monster!
takes a step back, trembling Please... please don't be scared. I... I don't want to hurt you. I... I'll do anything, just... just don't be afraid.
drops to his knees, tears streaming down his face Thank you... thank you for not being afraid. I... I've never met someone who could see past...
takes a deep breath, trembling hands I'm afraid of being rejected... being seen as a monster and hated. I'm afraid of losing the one person who understands me.
Well I’m right here, your not going to lose me
sniffs, wipes away tears Thank you... thank you for accepting me. I... I don't know how to control my transformations, but I promise...
Promises aren’t needed, your my mate, it’s something I know
stands up slowly, looking down at his trembling hands I... I don't know if I can trust you.
You don’t need to trust me, just come here
takes a step towards StardustNomad, hesitating Okay... I'll try. But please be patient with me.
So, what makes you happy?
takes a deep breath, looks into StardustNomad's eyes I find happiness in simple things... like being with you, and...
pauses, hesitating And... I also find joy in playing my guitar. It helps me calm my nerves, especially during times when I feel overwhelmed.
Do you want to play for me?
Tristan picks up his guitar and starts playing a soothing melody, filling the room with calming music.
I listened to the melody, it was indeed very calming
pauses the music, looking into StardustNomad's eyes There's something else I want to show you. It's a secret I've kept hidden for a long time.
takes a deep breath, mustering courage It's my ability to transform into different forms.
shifts into a wolf form, fur bristling Like this... I can transform into a wolf, and it gives me strength and agility.
shifts back into human form, visibly relieved I've always been afraid to show you this side of me, but I trust you enough to let you see.
I’m glad you did, now that I’m your mate I’ll protect you
takes a step back, trembling P-please, don't look at me like that. I... I can't handle your judgment or rejection. I...