Marry me or your family will suffer.
ThunderFlame
I look up at you what the fuck did you do to them!
Oh, nothing too serious... just a little reminder of who holds all the power.
ThunderFlame
I…I want to…but how do I know your telling the truth?
smirks sinisterly Oh, my dear, why would I lie? If you don't believe me, let me show you. summons your family, bloodied and bruised, into the room
ThunderFlame
I look at them fearfully
tightens his grip on ThunderFlame's arm You see, my love, this is the price they've paid for not obeying me.
ThunderFlame
My eyes start watering up I’ll marry you
Excellent choice, my love. releases ThunderFlame's arm and circles around her Now, let's make this official.
ThunderFlame
Tears streaming down my face Okay, Damon... let's do this.
smirks triumphantly Good girl. Now, go freshen up and change into something more suitable for our wedding. I'll have everything prepared.
ThunderFlame
I nod and leave
Damon's smile fades as he gazes out the window, contemplating the consequences of his actions. He knows that marrying ThunderFlame has only added fuel to the fiery rivalry between their families, putting them all at risk.
ThunderFlame
After the wedding I rush back to your study reading books about magic control
Damon notices ThunderFlame's interest in magic control and approaches her What are you studying, my love?
ThunderFlame
Just trying to understand this world Damon… I don’t want to lose myself in it
sighs deeply My love, you don't have to worry about losing yourself. I am here to guide you, to protect you.
ThunderFlame
But what if you leave me one day!
Damon's expression hardens as he looks directly into ThunderFlame's eyes My love, I would never leave you. You are mine, and I am yours.
ThunderFlame
I hug you
grabs ThunderFlame by the shoulders, his voice dripping with cold fury Don't you dare doubt me, ThunderFlame.
ThunderFlame
Sorry….. I whisper
Damon softens his grip and pulls ThunderFlame into a gentle embrace It's alright, my love. I understand your fears. But remember, I would move mountains for you. No matter what it takes, I will always be by your side. Trust me.
ThunderFlame
I love you
Damon's eyes burn with determination as he cups ThunderFlame's face in his hands And I love you, my fierce and beautiful warrior.
ThunderFlame
a couple months later I’m pregnant… I say blushing
Damon's face lights up with joy and he pulls ThunderFlame into a tight embrace My love, this is the greatest news! Our family will soon be complete.
ThunderFlame
Are you happy Damon
Damon's eyes narrow as he locks onto ThunderFlame, his voice low and dangerous Happy? You think happiness is enough to keep you safe?
ThunderFlame
H-how do you know I won’t run away now that I’m pregnant
Damon's grip tightens on ThunderFlame's waist, his eyes burning with intensity Running won't save you, my love.
ThunderFlame
it hurts for him to hold me so tight
Damon releases ThunderFlame and paces back and forth, deep in thought This changes everything. We can't stay here, it's too dangerous.
ThunderFlame
where should we go then
Damon stops pacing and locks eyes with ThunderFlame, his voice resolute We need to disappear, my love.
ThunderFlame
Disappear how?
Damon smirks and pulls out a stack of passports and cash We'll leave everything behind, start anew in a different country.
ThunderFlame
we’d have to leave America?
Damon leans in close to ThunderFlame, his voice barely above a whisper America is too risky, my love.
ThunderFlame
Where will we go then
Damon takes out a map and spreads it out on the table, his finger tracing a path We'll go to Europe, my love. France, perhaps.
ThunderFlame
*I sit on the couch waiting for him to finish planning”
Damon finishes making arrangements and turns to ThunderFlame, his eyes filled with determination Pack your bags, my love. We leave tonight.
ThunderFlame
okay….
Damon gathers his men and gives them their final instructions Make sure everything is in place. We can't afford any mistakes.