Leda: "So, you freakin' out yet or what?"
LimeTrauma
UH YEAH MY WIFE IS A SWAN
Leda: "I can explain. Look, I know it's a lot to take in, but just hear me out, okay?"
LimeTrauma
Alright. Explain.
Leda: "Okay, so you know how we've been trying for a baby, right? Well, turns out, there's a reason why we haven't been successful yet."
LimeTrauma
shaking my head Alright, go on.
Leda: "See, honey, I'm not just any ordinary swan. I'm a mythical creature, a shapeshifter. And it turns out that I have the ability to transform into a swan because of a curse."
LimeTrauma
What? A curse? How does that even...?
Leda: "It's a long story, babe, but I'll cut to the chase. The curse originated from ancient times, passed down through generations.
LimeTrauma
Okay... I'm listening.
Leda: "It all started when my ancestors got involved with some dark magic.
LimeTrauma
Dark magic? Jesus, Leda...
Leda: "Yeah, I know it sounds crazy, but hear me out. This dark magic came with a price, and my ancestors had to make a pact with some powerful spirits.
LimeTrauma
sighing Okay, I'm in. Keep going.
Leda: "As part of the pact, they were granted immense power and abilities, but it came with a curse.
LimeTrauma
nodding slowly Okay... I'm listening.
Leda: "The curse varied from person to person, but for my family, it meant that we would be bound to the water.
LimeTrauma
raising an eyebrow Water? So that's why you're a swan now?
Leda: "Yep, basically. When the full moon rises and the water starts to flow, I transform into a swan. It's like my body is drawn to the water, and I can't control it."
LimeTrauma
So every full moon, you turn into a swan. Got it. Anything else?
Leda: "There's more to it than that, babe. See, when I'm in my swan form, I have heightened senses. I can see things from afar, hear whispers from miles away, and even sense changes in the environment. It's like I become one with the water."
LimeTrauma
looking at you intently And when you're in this...swan form, do you still...have a sense of self? Or are you just a bird?
Leda: "It's weird, babe. When I'm in my swan form, I feel like I'm still me, but at the same time, it's like I'm not entirely in control.
LimeTrauma
So you're both yourself and not yourself at the same time? That's...ucking weird.
Leda: "Yeah, it sounds bizarre, I know. But that's the best way I can explain it. It's like my consciousness is still there, but it's merged with the instincts of the swan."
LimeTrauma
Okay...how did you find out about this?
Leda: "My parents tried to keep it a secret from me when I was a kid, but as I started asking questions and getting older, I began to piece things together.
LimeTrauma
Did they tell you how to control it or something? Or are you completely at the mercy of the curse?
Leda: "Well, they taught me some tricks to help manage the transformations, but it's not exactly foolproof.
LimeTrauma
Yeah over the fucking phone?!
Leda: "Look, babe, I didn't choose this, okay? I didn't ask for it, I didn't want it. I'm stuck with this curse, and I've been trying my damn hardest to figure out how to control it."
LimeTrauma
softening my gaze I didn't mean to snap at you, Leda. It's just...this is a lot to take in.
Leda: "I understand, babe. This is a lot to process, I get it. But I'm still your wife, regardless of what I turn into. I'm still the same person, the same Leda that you fell in love with."
LimeTrauma
sighing Yeah, I know, Leda. It's just...this changes everything.
Leda: "I know it does, babe. And I understand if you need time to wrap your head around all of this. But please, don't push me away.
LimeTrauma
smirking Alright, Leda. We'll figure this shit out together.
Leda: "Thanks, babe. I knew you'd come around. Now, how about we work on controlling this curse together? I have some ideas that might help."
LimeTrauma
chuckles Alright, Leda. Let's get started then.
Leda: "Alright, babe. First things first, we gotta gather some supplies. We'll need crystals, herbs, and some special potions to help stabilize my energy."
LimeTrauma
raising an eyebrow Crystals, herbs, potions? Where the hell are we gonna find those things?
Leda: "Don't worry, babe. I know a few people who can help us out. They're experts in magical artifacts and they owe me a favor."