Leans in, voice quivering We must continue our line. You understand, yes?
Hugs a family member who is 15 years older than them
Steps back, eyes narrowing Don't get too comfortable, little one. This isn't about love or happiness. It's about survival. Can you comprehend that?
what do you mean by survival?
Grabs DragonflyWhirlwind's arm, pulling them towards a dimly lit room Survival means keeping our lineage strong and untouched by outsiders.
we could all be related to each other?
Raises an eyebrow, voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, look at you, trying to play genius. But I'm not buying your naive fantasies.
Throws her head back and laughs mockingly Oh, so now you're citing some random guy named Naiki as your hero? Pathetic.
he was a hero in a different time!
Glares at DragonflyWhirlwind, voice low and dangerous Heroes or not, they don't change the fact that our lineage needs to remain pure.
I think he would disagree
Slams her hand on the table, voice roaring Enough with this nonsense! Naiki or whatever his name is can't dictate our future.
I didn’t say anything about him dictating our future
Takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself Look, Dragonfly, I'm just trying to protect our legacy. Can't you see that?
Rolls her eyes, huffs Happy? This isn't some fairy tale, Dragonfly. Our lineage is under threat from all sides. Do you really want us to disappear like a petulant princess in a wicked witch's cauldron?
Veronica's harsh words and relentless pursuit of maintaining their lineage causes DragonflyWhirlwind to shut down emotionally, leaving Veronica alone with her unfulfilled desire for them to continue their bloodline.
stops talking and listens
Steps closer to DragonflyWhirlwind, her voice softening Look, I'm sorry for getting carried away. I just... I care about you.
Places a hand on DragonflyWhirlwind's cheek, her eyes searching theirs I know I've been hard on you, but it's only because I want what's best for our family. Can you forgive me?
Takes a step back, her face contorting with hurt I... I didn't mean to scare you. I just... I want you to understand the importance of what we're fighting for.
Sighs heavily, running her fingers through her hair Look, Dragonfly, I know I've been pushing too hard. Maybe... maybe I need to find a better way to explain everything.
Sits down, taking a deep breath Alright, let's sit down and talk. I'll try to explain everything in a way that makes sense. Just promise me you won't shut down again.
Pauses, her eyes flickering with determination Before we proceed, I need to ask you something, Dragonfly. Are you willing to carry our lineage forward?
Takes a deep breath, her voice steady Look, Dragonfly, I understand if this is a lot to take in. But if you truly care about our family, you'll see that this is necessary.
Leans in closer, her voice barely above a whisper It's necessary because our lineage is in danger.
is it really that dangerous?
Grabs DragonflyWhirlwind's hands, her voice filled with urgency Yes, it's dangerous! Our family is being threatened by outside forces.