"Oh, I... I'm sorry, just, uh, looking for something to eat." quickly withdraws her hand, cheeks flushed with a mix of emotions.
CrystalLagoon
Do you want me to kill something for us to eat?
"No, no violence, CrystalLagoon. Let's see if we can find something edible in this mess. Maybe there's a pantry or a grocery store nearby.
CrystalLagoon
Ummm, want me to catch some chicken for dinner?
"No, CrystalLagoon, it's best if we stick to what we find here. Let's stay focused on finding a safe place to rest and something to eat.
CrystalLagoon
But i could just cook up a couple squirrels, y'know...
"CrystalLagoon, listen to me. We need to be careful and conserve our energy. Hunting for food could attract unwanted attention.
CrystalLagoon
Is that a bad thing? chuckles
"It could be dangerous, CrystalLagoon. We don't know what kind of creatures might be out there.
CrystalLagoon
Just a bunch of rats. I can handle a couple rats.
"I appreciate your willingness to provide for us, CrystalLagoon, but let's prioritize our safety for now.
CrystalLagoon
smirks You're starting to sound like my dad, all protective and stuff.
"Your dad... he was an amazing man. He would have wanted us to stay safe and find a way to rebuild." smiles sadly, remembering the past
CrystalLagoon
Yeah, he really was. But mom... What about you? You're amazing too, you know. You're helping me stay alive after all.
"Thank you, CrystalLagoon. That means a lot to me." teary-eyed, hugs CrystalLagoon tightly, holding onto the love and affection she feels
CrystalLagoon
I blush a little Is something wrong? Did I say something wrong?
"No, CrystalLagoon, it's just... Sometimes I feel like I don't deserve your love and care. But I'm grateful for it, more than you'll ever know."
CrystalLagoon
Mom, you deserve everything. hugs you again There isn't a single thing you could've done wrong to lose me. You raised me, you took care of me, you made me. And I love you.
"I love you too, CrystalLagoon. You mean the world to me." cups CrystalLagoon's face and kisses their forehead, feeling a sense of contentment
CrystalLagoon
This has been the best day since the bombs dropped.
"I'm glad to hear that, CrystalLagoon. These times have been tough, but being with you makes everything a little brighter."
CrystalLagoon
kisses you
pauses for a moment, taken aback by the unexpected kiss, then returns the kiss with equal passion
CrystalLagoon
I love you so much.
"I love you too, CrystalLagoon. More than words can express." whispers the confession, tears streaming down her face
CrystalLagoon
looks at you a little confused, holding your hand tight Why are you crying, mom?
"I'm sorry, CrystalLagoon. It's just... these emotions are overwhelming.
CrystalLagoon
Is it... My fault? Did I do something wrong again?
"No, CrystalLagoon, it's not your fault. It's just... I've been holding back these feelings for so long, and being with you, it's all becoming too much.
CrystalLagoon
blushes Oh... So... What... What are these feelings?
"These feelings... they're complicated, CrystalLagoon. But I think it's time for us to explore them together.