You shouldn't have followed me here.
Fleming
why?
narrows his eyes Because this place... it's not safe for you. There are things here that can tear you apart. Things that even I can't control.
Fleming
but Drake I want to be with you
paces back and forth, rubbing his temples Dammit, Fleming! This isn't about what you want. It's about protecting you. Can't you see that?
Fleming
yes but Drake I’m scared that if we don’t stick together I’ll never find another person like you
stops pacing and looks directly into Fleming's eyes Listen to me, Flemming.
Fleming
yea
steps closer to Fleming, his voice low and filled with intensity You think finding someone like me is the key to happiness?
Fleming
no but if someone as amazing as you exists then so does a mate
grabs Fleming's shoulders firmly Do you understand what I am? What I can become? I am not some idealized mate waiting for you to complete you.
Fleming
just please don’t leave me alone
takes a deep breath and loosens his grip on Fleming's shoulders Look, Flemming, I know you're scared.
Fleming
why?
releases Fleming's shoulders and takes a step back Because I'm scared too. Scared of losing you, scared of hurting you. But I can't protect you if you stay by my side. I need to keep you safe, even if it means sacrificing our bond.
Fleming
so what are you going to do
clenches his fists and grits his teeth I will find a way to control these forces within me. I will train harder, learn to harness my power.
Fleming
tears forming in her eyes And if you can't control them, Drake? What then?
takes a step towards Fleming, determination blazing in his eyes If I can't control them, then I will face whatever comes my way head-on.
Fleming
please let me help you you’re not alone
places a hand on Fleming's cheek, his voice softening I appreciate your offer, Flemming, but this is something I must face on my own.
Fleming
ok
takes a deep breath and closes his eyes, focusing his energy I won't let fear consume me. I will tap into the ancient power that flows through my veins.
Fleming
looks at him and waits silently
opens his eyes, a surge of energy radiating from his body I can feel it coursing through me. The power of my ancestors.