Shadow

hv!au Soul reboot but different:D

[called-to-the-darkness]

.....Hey ganggggg- you'll never guess who this is-

So, been wanting to reboot hv au and I have the thoughts

So! This one is different then the original

Soul (shadow) is ⏃ hero, shes like- very well known hero and works for the overworld (aka Fable [for some reason :)]

But, she is questioning her faith to the hero side of everything

Other things!

-Shes meet Neth, they regularly "fight" (aka probably kinda and talk) whenever shes out on patrol (they aren't dating yet but- the feelings are 100% there) [update- they are dating:D]

-Neth is also part of the reason shes questioning her side

-comes off as baddass, will fight you but thats her mask as ⏃ hero, whats she like alone? :)

-(ill put more here when ⟟ think of some)

Tags will be added as we go if ⟟ make ones but

#shadow's fight <- reblog

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[fires-of-destruction]

[His smile widens]

You make me happy too

[called-to-the-darkness]

Good good

[fires-of-destruction]

[They pat her bear’s head]

What’s their name?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't know yet, you got a name for your snake yet?

[fires-of-destruction]

I might, i… havent decided whether the name that’s in my head is a good idea

[called-to-the-darkness]

Well now I am curious

[fires-of-destruction]

[He looks away for a minute, a small smile on their face]

I… i had a pet snake when I was a kid. She was the cuddliest snake ever, so curious and she was hardly ever apart from me. She used to eat out of my hand and just relax around my arms and on my shoulders. Her name was Pyro and… i still miss her a lot. Just - wondering if its a good idea to call this that

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ooooo I think you should name them that

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… yeah, i might

[Their gaze lingers on the toy’s face]

Hi, Pyro…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii Pyrooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth takes a deep breath, wiping his eyes]

Okay - i wasnt expecting that emotion today, my goodness-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah? Good thou?

[fires-of-destruction]

Y-yeah, i think… can i have a hug?-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She pulls them into a hug, holding them tight]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They hold her too, putting his face in her shoulder]

Thanks

[called-to-the-darkness]

Course, anything

[fires-of-destruction]

Just… havent thought about her in a while and… i still miss her

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, I bet

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm… thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She moves her head just slightly to kiss his cheek]

Don't gotta thank me fire

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, pulling away after a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think 'm ready to go back home if you are?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, let’s go home

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes his hand and let's him lead them home]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[fires-of-destruction]

[His smile widens]

You make me happy too

[called-to-the-darkness]

Good good

[fires-of-destruction]

[They pat her bear’s head]

What’s their name?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't know yet, you got a name for your snake yet?

[fires-of-destruction]

I might, i… havent decided whether the name that’s in my head is a good idea

[called-to-the-darkness]

Well now I am curious

[fires-of-destruction]

[He looks away for a minute, a small smile on their face]

I… i had a pet snake when I was a kid. She was the cuddliest snake ever, so curious and she was hardly ever apart from me. She used to eat out of my hand and just relax around my arms and on my shoulders. Her name was Pyro and… i still miss her a lot. Just - wondering if its a good idea to call this that

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ooooo I think you should name them that

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… yeah, i might

[Their gaze lingers on the toy’s face]

Hi, Pyro…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii Pyrooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth takes a deep breath, wiping his eyes]

Okay - i wasnt expecting that emotion today, my goodness-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah? Good thou?

[fires-of-destruction]

Y-yeah, i think… can i have a hug?-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She pulls them into a hug, holding them tight]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They hold her too, putting his face in her shoulder]

Thanks

[called-to-the-darkness]

Course, anything

[fires-of-destruction]

Just… havent thought about her in a while and… i still miss her

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, I bet

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm… thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She moves her head just slightly to kiss his cheek]

Don't gotta thank me fire

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, pulling away after a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think 'm ready to go back home if you are?

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[fires-of-destruction]

[His smile widens]

You make me happy too

[called-to-the-darkness]

Good good

[fires-of-destruction]

[They pat her bear’s head]

What’s their name?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't know yet, you got a name for your snake yet?

[fires-of-destruction]

I might, i… havent decided whether the name that’s in my head is a good idea

[called-to-the-darkness]

Well now I am curious

[fires-of-destruction]

[He looks away for a minute, a small smile on their face]

I… i had a pet snake when I was a kid. She was the cuddliest snake ever, so curious and she was hardly ever apart from me. She used to eat out of my hand and just relax around my arms and on my shoulders. Her name was Pyro and… i still miss her a lot. Just - wondering if its a good idea to call this that

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ooooo I think you should name them that

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… yeah, i might

[Their gaze lingers on the toy’s face]

Hi, Pyro…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii Pyrooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth takes a deep breath, wiping his eyes]

Okay - i wasnt expecting that emotion today, my goodness-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah? Good thou?

[fires-of-destruction]

Y-yeah, i think… can i have a hug?-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She pulls them into a hug, holding them tight]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They hold her too, putting his face in her shoulder]

Thanks

[called-to-the-darkness]

Course, anything

[fires-of-destruction]

Just… havent thought about her in a while and… i still miss her

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, I bet

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm… thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She moves her head just slightly to kiss his cheek]

Don't gotta thank me fire

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[fires-of-destruction]

[His smile widens]

You make me happy too

[called-to-the-darkness]

Good good

[fires-of-destruction]

[They pat her bear’s head]

What’s their name?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't know yet, you got a name for your snake yet?

[fires-of-destruction]

I might, i… havent decided whether the name that’s in my head is a good idea

[called-to-the-darkness]

Well now I am curious

[fires-of-destruction]

[He looks away for a minute, a small smile on their face]

I… i had a pet snake when I was a kid. She was the cuddliest snake ever, so curious and she was hardly ever apart from me. She used to eat out of my hand and just relax around my arms and on my shoulders. Her name was Pyro and… i still miss her a lot. Just - wondering if its a good idea to call this that

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ooooo I think you should name them that

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… yeah, i might

[Their gaze lingers on the toy’s face]

Hi, Pyro…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii Pyrooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth takes a deep breath, wiping his eyes]

Okay - i wasnt expecting that emotion today, my goodness-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah? Good thou?

[fires-of-destruction]

Y-yeah, i think… can i have a hug?-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She pulls them into a hug, holding them tight]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They hold her too, putting his face in her shoulder]

Thanks

[called-to-the-darkness]

Course, anything

[fires-of-destruction]

Just… havent thought about her in a while and… i still miss her

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, I bet

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[fires-of-destruction]

[His smile widens]

You make me happy too

[called-to-the-darkness]

Good good

[fires-of-destruction]

[They pat her bear’s head]

What’s their name?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't know yet, you got a name for your snake yet?

[fires-of-destruction]

I might, i… havent decided whether the name that’s in my head is a good idea

[called-to-the-darkness]

Well now I am curious

[fires-of-destruction]

[He looks away for a minute, a small smile on their face]

I… i had a pet snake when I was a kid. She was the cuddliest snake ever, so curious and she was hardly ever apart from me. She used to eat out of my hand and just relax around my arms and on my shoulders. Her name was Pyro and… i still miss her a lot. Just - wondering if its a good idea to call this that

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ooooo I think you should name them that

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… yeah, i might

[Their gaze lingers on the toy’s face]

Hi, Pyro…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii Pyrooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth takes a deep breath, wiping his eyes]

Okay - i wasnt expecting that emotion today, my goodness-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah? Good thou?

[fires-of-destruction]

Y-yeah, i think… can i have a hug?-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She pulls them into a hug, holding them tight]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They hold her too, putting his face in her shoulder]

Thanks

[called-to-the-darkness]

Course, anything

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[fires-of-destruction]

[His smile widens]

You make me happy too

[called-to-the-darkness]

Good good

[fires-of-destruction]

[They pat her bear’s head]

What’s their name?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't know yet, you got a name for your snake yet?

[fires-of-destruction]

I might, i… havent decided whether the name that’s in my head is a good idea

[called-to-the-darkness]

Well now I am curious

[fires-of-destruction]

[He looks away for a minute, a small smile on their face]

I… i had a pet snake when I was a kid. She was the cuddliest snake ever, so curious and she was hardly ever apart from me. She used to eat out of my hand and just relax around my arms and on my shoulders. Her name was Pyro and… i still miss her a lot. Just - wondering if its a good idea to call this that

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ooooo I think you should name them that

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… yeah, i might

[Their gaze lingers on the toy’s face]

Hi, Pyro…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii Pyrooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth takes a deep breath, wiping his eyes]

Okay - i wasnt expecting that emotion today, my goodness-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah? Good thou?

[fires-of-destruction]

Y-yeah, i think… can i have a hug?-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She pulls them into a hug, holding them tight]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[fires-of-destruction]

[His smile widens]

You make me happy too

[called-to-the-darkness]

Good good

[fires-of-destruction]

[They pat her bear’s head]

What’s their name?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't know yet, you got a name for your snake yet?

[fires-of-destruction]

I might, i… havent decided whether the name that’s in my head is a good idea

[called-to-the-darkness]

Well now I am curious

[fires-of-destruction]

[He looks away for a minute, a small smile on their face]

I… i had a pet snake when I was a kid. She was the cuddliest snake ever, so curious and she was hardly ever apart from me. She used to eat out of my hand and just relax around my arms and on my shoulders. Her name was Pyro and… i still miss her a lot. Just - wondering if its a good idea to call this that

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ooooo I think you should name them that

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… yeah, i might

[Their gaze lingers on the toy’s face]

Hi, Pyro…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii Pyrooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth takes a deep breath, wiping his eyes]

Okay - i wasnt expecting that emotion today, my goodness-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah? Good thou?

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[fires-of-destruction]

[His smile widens]

You make me happy too

[called-to-the-darkness]

Good good

[fires-of-destruction]

[They pat her bear’s head]

What’s their name?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't know yet, you got a name for your snake yet?

[fires-of-destruction]

I might, i… havent decided whether the name that’s in my head is a good idea

[called-to-the-darkness]

Well now I am curious

[fires-of-destruction]

[He looks away for a minute, a small smile on their face]

I… i had a pet snake when I was a kid. She was the cuddliest snake ever, so curious and she was hardly ever apart from me. She used to eat out of my hand and just relax around my arms and on my shoulders. Her name was Pyro and… i still miss her a lot. Just - wondering if its a good idea to call this that

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ooooo I think you should name them that

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… yeah, i might

[Their gaze lingers on the toy’s face]

Hi, Pyro…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii Pyrooo

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[fires-of-destruction]

[His smile widens]

You make me happy too

[called-to-the-darkness]

Good good

[fires-of-destruction]

[They pat her bear’s head]

What’s their name?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't know yet, you got a name for your snake yet?

[fires-of-destruction]

I might, i… havent decided whether the name that’s in my head is a good idea

[called-to-the-darkness]

Well now I am curious

[fires-of-destruction]

[He looks away for a minute, a small smile on their face]

I… i had a pet snake when I was a kid. She was the cuddliest snake ever, so curious and she was hardly ever apart from me. She used to eat out of my hand and just relax around my arms and on my shoulders. Her name was Pyro and… i still miss her a lot. Just - wondering if its a good idea to call this that

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ooooo I think you should name them that

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[fires-of-destruction]

[His smile widens]

You make me happy too

[called-to-the-darkness]

Good good

[fires-of-destruction]

[They pat her bear’s head]

What’s their name?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't know yet, you got a name for your snake yet?

[fires-of-destruction]

I might, i… havent decided whether the name that’s in my head is a good idea

[called-to-the-darkness]

Well now I am curious

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[fires-of-destruction]

[His smile widens]

You make me happy too

[called-to-the-darkness]

Good good

[fires-of-destruction]

[They pat her bear’s head]

What’s their name?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't know yet, you got a name for your snake yet?

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[fires-of-destruction]

[His smile widens]

You make me happy too

[called-to-the-darkness]

Good good

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[fires-of-destruction]

I just like seeing you happy, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

You make me happy

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They lean into it, chuckling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Whatttt

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth goes a little pink, smiling back]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hehehe

[She kisses his cheek]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[ It’s been a day or two since Neth’s conversation with Sol, and Soul comes home to see them on the phone, wandering around the room as they talk ]

@fires-of-destruction

[She watches them curious for a moment before sitting down and waiting for them to be done]

[fires-of-destruction]

Alright… mhm, yeah, see you then Em-Em, i love you

[He hangs up, jumping seeing her]

Oh - hey

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hiiii love

[She gets up and hugs them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She hugs back, kissing her head]

You having a good day?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! For the most part yeah, you?

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah, it’s been alright

[He smiles, rubbing her back]

…that was my Em-Em on the phone

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh?

[fires-of-destruction]

Zyr invited me to dinner and… said “my little girlfriend” is welcome to come

[called-to-the-darkness]

Y-yeah?

[fires-of-destruction]

You dont have to, not if you’re not ready or you dont want to

[They pull away a little, looking at her]

I dont want to pressure you into doing something youre not ready for

[called-to-the-darkness]

I mean, I'd like to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah? I… I like that you want to, but it doesnt have to be at this dinner if its too soon

[called-to-the-darkness]

I want to at this one, if you'd be okay with it?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course, i just wanted to make sure i’m not pressuring you

[She smiles, holding her face in one hand]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into them]

Don't gotta thank me

[fires-of-destruction]

Trust me, when you meet most of my family, you’ll know why im grateful youre looking forward to being around them-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyyyy?

[fires-of-destruction]

Its… a shitshow with my siblings, but we’ll build up to that - dinner is just us and my parents. I didnt mean to put you off

[called-to-the-darkness]

Ah- I can see that, okay

[fires-of-destruction]

They’re okay, my Em-Em can be a little nosy sometimes… probably ran a background check on you the second zyr knew i was dating - both are a little protective but they’re nice and good cooks

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles a little]

Yeah? Well then 'm excited to meet them

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile widely at her]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, course

Sooo when's dinner?

[fires-of-destruction]

In three days

[called-to-the-darkness]

M'kay, you have anything else planned to do today?

[fires-of-destruction]

Spend some time with the prettiest girl in the city

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-man I wonder who that lucky girl is

[fires-of-destruction]

Well, she’s an ex-hero who can do amazing things with shadows, she’s kind and patient and loving-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her face dusts pink, smiling]

M-mhmm?

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh yeah, she’s beautiful too, the most beautiful woman i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

You- i-

[fires-of-destruction]

Not me, no, the wonderful woman in my arms

[called-to-the-darkness]

Stop itttt-

[She tries hiding her face in them slightly]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head, laughing]

Okay okay, i’ll stop torturing you-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Meanie-

[She says joking as her face is still pink]

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m trying to inflate that ego and your self worth so you know youre a badass-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I do not have an ego- that's you

[fires-of-destruction]

Exactly - having a little ego is good but youre sitting at zero and i wanna change that

[called-to-the-darkness]

By making me red-

[fires-of-destruction]

Hm, i wouldnt say red, more like a lush pink-

[called-to-the-darkness]

Same thing basically-

[fires-of-destruction]

The colour of your blush is more beautiful than any other colour, i wanted to be specific

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- you're biased- f-first of all-

[fires-of-destruction]

And second of all, it works, youre getting prettier

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm-

[fires-of-destruction]

[She gives her a forehead kiss]

Okay, i’ll actually give you a break now

[called-to-the-darkness]

Iiii don't believe you-

[She smiles]

[fires-of-destruction]

Good, you shouldnt-

[called-to-the-darkness]

And I love that about you, always keep me on my toes

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her cheek]

Thank you for being okay with that

[called-to-the-darkness]

If I wasn't I'd say something, why do you think I kept coming back to fight you?

[She slightly joking]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

I’m glad you did

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'm glad I did too

[fires-of-destruction]

[He just looks at her for a moment, smiling]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She peeks up so she also is looking at him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm you're more handsome

[fires-of-destruction]

But youre just… beautiful…

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm- you are tooooo

[fires-of-destruction]

[He goes a little pink]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

You areee, you're very pretty and amazing

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay okay, lets not go too far-

[called-to-the-darkness]

But you did it to meee

[She pouts playfully]

[fires-of-destruction]

My ego doesnt need a boost - oh don’t pull that face, my love

[They smile, kissing her forehead]

[called-to-the-darkness]

What if I think it does then what

[fires-of-destruction]

Then I’m gonna be insufferable

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm fineee I'll leave you alone for now

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, lovely

[He kisses her cheek]

Back to your original question, what do you wanna do today?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm good question-

[fires-of-destruction]

We could go out on a date? Go do something fun?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I'd like that, we haven't done that in a bit

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth thinks for a minute]

I think the carnival’s in town, if youre interested?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh? Yeah that sounds fun

[fires-of-destruction]

Do we wanna get dressed up for it? I… mightve gotten you something

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh did you? Well now I'm intrigued

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah - i was fiddling witb the necklace you gave me while i was walking home and i… i saw something that reminded me of you

[He reaches into one of their pockets and holds out a small box]

Well - two things - but this is the one in my pocket so you get it first-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She takes it and opens it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Inside is a silver necklace, the small pendant is a four point star with a teal centre]

I… hope you like it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs it out, mouth agap and kisses them for a moment]

Oh it's so pretty my love

[fires-of-destruction]

[He lets out a soft laugh]

I’m glad you think so

[called-to-the-darkness]

Can you help me put it on pleaseeeee

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They go behind her and put the necklace on her, pressing a kiss to her neck]

It looks beautiful on you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it]

Thank youuu, it's so prettyyyy

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course. Your other gift is in our room

[called-to-the-darkness]

You wanna show me then?

[fires-of-destruction]

[He nods, taking her hand. In their room is a long dress, so dark a green, its almost black]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Once she sees it also leaves her mouth agap]

Oooooo-

[fires-of-destruction]

Do you like it?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Love it's gorgeous- it's amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’m glad, you deserve something pretty

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are so amazing-

[fires-of-destruction]

You are too

[called-to-the-darkness]

You are more right now

[fires-of-destruction]

Are you gonna try it on? Wear it tonight?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yes absolutely I'm going to-

[She moves to grab it]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles widely]

I’ll get changed too, i’ll find something that matches

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okayyy

[She starts to change, smiling a little as she gets it on]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth smiles at her as they look through their wardrobe, pulling out an olive green shirt and black trousers, starting to change. Soul can see he’s wearing the necklace she gave her]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She looks at them just on occasion once she's changes, seeing the necklace and smiling]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He (for once) buttons up the shirt almost all the way up, only leaving the top two undone. They turn around, eyes lighting up seeing her in the dress]

My gods..

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She turns around to look at her, smiling a little]

You like it?

[fires-of-destruction]

More than like it, my gods - it looks so much prettier with you in it

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She goes just a little pink]

Well, you look so pretty in your outfit as well

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you…

[They keep staring at her]

I… i-i cant look away, gods - you’re beautiful

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah spark?

[She comes closer to him]

[fires-of-destruction]

Yeah… you’re the most beautiful thing i’ve ever seen

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She gets more pink]

T-thank you love-

[fires-of-destruction]

[Their smile widens]

Just look at yourself and you’ll see i’m right

[called-to-the-darkness]

I fell pretty at least-

[fires-of-destruction]

That’s amazing!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, which is good

[fires-of-destruction]

I’m so glad

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay, you ready?

[fires-of-destruction]

When you are, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I think I'm ready

[fires-of-destruction]

[She takes her hand]

Let’s go have some fun

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah, lets go

[fires-of-destruction]

[They start walking, humming softly]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[As they walk outside, she sticks a little closer to Neth but she's not as tense as she used to be]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He puts an arm around her, hand resting on her hip]

You excited?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Yeah think I am

[fires-of-destruction]

Is this your first Nether carnival?

[called-to-the-darkness]

From what I remember yeah, I probably went when I was younger thou

[fires-of-destruction]

Well let’s hope this evening brings back some happy memories, hm?

[called-to-the-darkness]

I hope so

[fires-of-destruction]

[They reach the park where the carnival has set up and it’s amazing. String lights and tents and games are everywhere, along with tables and food setups and small rides]

Here we are!

[called-to-the-darkness]

Oh woah, pretty.....

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles]

What do you want to do first?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm, food..... Then walk around and play a couple things?

[fires-of-destruction]

Whatever you want

[They kiss her head, walking in and looking around]

What food do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is there tacos somewhere maybe?

[fires-of-destruction]

I think so, just over there-

[He points and brings her to a tent that sells them]

What do you want?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Couple soft tacos?

[fires-of-destruction]

Of course

[They pay for the order]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Thank youuuuu fire

[fires-of-destruction]

It’s my pleasure

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm

[fires-of-destruction]

[The order gets called and they grab it, going to sit down]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She grabs her tacos and starts to eat them]

[fires-of-destruction]

[He smiles, eating his own]

Mm, these are good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm, these are really good-

[fires-of-destruction]

Better than my cooking?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Okay well I don't know about that

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile]

Good

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm, don't think anything could beat your cooking love

[fires-of-destruction]

Thank you, my love. I’ll make these at some point, see how they compare

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Okay bet

[fires-of-destruction]

[He kisses her head]

After this, wanna play some games?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah

[fires-of-destruction]

Which one?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Hmmm I thinkkkk

[She points to one where you throw a ball to knock bottles down]

That one

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, that looks fun. I can handle our rubbish if you wanna head over?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm! Yeah, I'll met you over there

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth grins and kisses her cheek, gathering up all their rubbish and heading for the bin]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it before heading over to the game]

[fires-of-destruction]

[They come over after a minute, content to watch her play for a minute]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She tries it a couple times, getting close a couple times but never getting all of them down]

[fires-of-destruction]

[Neth looks around before curling her fingers, displacing the air around the bottles on her next throw to knock them down with the rest]

[called-to-the-darkness]

[Her smiles grows]

Aha I did it!!!

[fires-of-destruction]

Yes, my love! !

[He lights up]

Well done!

[called-to-the-darkness]

What one do I want

[She looks at everything until decided on a stuffed bear]

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh theyre adorable-

[called-to-the-darkness]

They are like youuuuu

[fires-of-destruction]

[His face goes pink]

Oh yeah?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhm hm! Yeahh

[fires-of-destruction]

[They smile, kissing her head]

Thank you

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She leans into it and them slightly]

You pick one now

[fires-of-destruction]

Hmm-

[They look around]

I was always good at Hook-A-Duck-

[called-to-the-darkness]

I don't knowwww I don't think I believe you, I think you gotta show me

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh, really? You dont think so?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmmm hm

[fires-of-destruction]

Oh I’ll show you-

[He takes her hand and brings her to the Hook-A-Duck, getting passed a rod. She hooks a duck in a few seconds and the attendant looks at the bottom]

Got a big prize!- i told you

[called-to-the-darkness]

....damm you weren't lying

[fires-of-destruction]

[They grin widely, picking a big snake plushie thats almost the same size as them]

[called-to-the-darkness]

Woah beeg snake

[fires-of-destruction]

I like snakes

[He smiles wider before wrapping it around his neck]

Look, a new scarf-

[called-to-the-darkness]

[She giggles]

Yeah? It issss

[fires-of-destruction]

[They wrap an arm around her shoulders]

But i think youre the best prize i’ve ever gotten, my love

[called-to-the-darkness]

I- m-mhm?

[She blushes]

[fires-of-destruction]

Mhm, yeah

[called-to-the-darkness]

Mhmm-

[She slightly hides her face in his shoulder, smiling a small bit]

[fires-of-destruction]

[She smiles wider, nuzzling his head into hers as they wander aimlessly]

Do you want me to stop?

[called-to-the-darkness]

Dont have to fire

[fires-of-destruction]

Okay, pretty girl, do you want to go on some rides too?

[called-to-the-darkness]

M-mhm I think 'm good for now, wandering with you is good

[fires-of-destruction]

It is nice to walk with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Is very nice to walk with you

[fires-of-destruction]

[They kiss her head]

I love being with you

[called-to-the-darkness]

Absolutely love bring with you my fire

[She looks at them with a smile]