FLEUR DE LYS

[justxaxstory]

Lara & Ivar | Hidden & Seen

[lawinheels]

⇒ @justxaxstory​

The girl was a bright face, almost shining in her wholesome and elegant beauty. Ivar moved forward, jostling with the other males from various clans from the more northern territories. The southern territories looked suspiciously at them, as if determining who they could slaughter in the next battle. Peace would not come easy. These men and women did not have the mindset for it. War was what they knew, what they understood, and to change would require adapting to an entirely new context of being. 

Ivar leaned on his cane, looking about the open space, watching as the young offerings were put forward. He had to admire their courage for they had undergone radical changes in the last few weeks. Yet, here they stood, prepared to negotiate.

Lara had long ago adapted to the role of a leader type like creature, always calculating the steps she would take. Perhaps that was where the elegance and determination came from. In other ways so much of her had been influenced by her parents and their roles in her society. Weeks of changes and alterations to their life style had only proven that the young woman knew what was at risk and what needed to be done. Of course she was not just going to oversee the process and not contribute, no. In the end, she herself had volunteered, seeing there could be no better and greater gesture than having a leaders daughter take up the role that change brought with the fall of the barrier. ❝ ---- All of these people have been selected, many of whom have volunteered. They all know what this stands for so you mustn’t worry about that. ❝

Her voice carried across the group and yet somehow it was Ivar in particular that she was talking to. He seemed like a leading type. ❝ ---- Do you have an idea of what type of companion you’re looking for? Surely there is an idea of the type person you’d like to see spending your life with you! ❝ The brunette had spoken yet glanced around the room, almost as if looking for that type of person before he’d even answered the question only just asked. There was much to discuss, much to organize and her mind was on fire for it.

[lawinheels]

⇒ @shanedonovan​

          As he’d listened to Lara state her case about the way she lived and how he was responding to it alike, Shane made no attempt at interrupting her or judging her lifestyle. It was hers to live and hers alone so, Shane was nothing more than a guest who would only get a glimpse, if not a taste of this lifestyle for the weekend. A weekend that Lara had once more stated should be used wisely and truly, Shane couldn’t help but agree wholeheartedly. He couldn’t stand idly and just watch, listen and observe the lifestyle that Lara lived under the service of her family butler and such. He had to live it as well. The best that he could that is seeing as he was in a world of luxury and lavishness that was almost a stark contrast, if not a complete and absolute opposite from who he was as a person. He just had to take this and handle it as a vacation away from home. Nothing more, nothing less.

          By the time he’d stopped making forward progress in the pool, the water was now up to his shoulders and making waves over the tops of them alike. Feet firmly planted on the bottom of the pool and his arms freely at his side treading water despite still being able to stand straight if he wished. Though for comfort sake, Shane was more or less stood in a chair-like position, albeit not entirely ninety degrees. A position that was advantageous should anyone treat him like a chair and sit on his thighs. But a position that wasn’t entirely in the sat positioning that he otherwise would have been seen in sitting in his desk chair at work. Nevertheless, his observations of Lara as she swam and waded around him did come into view of the obvious awareness when she’d stood up and made her erect and perked up nipples seen in pure view. A sight that Shane could easily get used to seeing on the regular.

          Still, a sight that Shane wanted to make a mental image of for reasons that were his own. Reasons that… should he say.. would come in handy if by chance he were alone, sexually frustrated and needed a mental image to help fuel personal relief. Either way, his observance of Lara wasn’t one that he eye-balled the entire time. Just one that he’d pay attention to when she’d swim within his peripheral vision. Luckily her toplessness wasn’t having any effect on him in the nether region area of his body.But, who knew how long that would last at this rate. As far as he knew, though he could be entirely wrong, neither he nor Lara had much of a sexual lifestyle from what he could gather. Especially him. So for there to ever be a sexual opportunity presented and one that was entirely consensual and coaxed upon? He’d fall prey to it. One can only go for so long without sex before it would become an eventual need.

          “If I start to zone out and look as if I’m staring off into space, feel free to bring me back down to earth any way you see fit. Knowing me? It’s bound to happen. Stuff like this.. a lifestyle like this.. it’s all completely foreign to me. It’s like visiting a new country or something so, it’ll take getting used to. But as long as I stick to my guns, hypothetically speaking of course, I should be fine. I must admit though, I do love the view”. In more ways than one. But of course, he wasn’t that bold to say that just yet seeing as there was still a feeling out phase in effect right now. As far as he could recall from memory, Shane couldn’t recall a time in which Lara was ever bare breasted around him. Bra clad? Maybe. But bare breasted, nipples on display and perked to the max? Nope. Maybe he’d seen her poking hard nips through a shirt or dress once or twice at the office when the air conditioning was on and a chill passed by. But this.. this was an upgrade from all that entirely. One that he had not a single complaint about. But also one that he was going to let Lara guide him through the whole way.

It was an atmosphere that she herself could have never put into words; the water, the air, the wind and the sound of waves clashing against the shore in the distance as she swam around, fully aware of what a tease this may have been to the male and yet being too confident in her own way to care much for the consequences of her actions. It was too perfect of a paradise type situation for her to consider all the aspects and worry at the same time. No, if there was something to happen, she would appreciate it all the same. For now, this was her own personal freedom in her own home. The calmness in that moment was utterly priceless.

It was his voice that broke her out of her thoughts and caused her to actually look at him. ❝ ---- Oh, don’t worry. I will break you out of your thoughts and pull you right down to earth if all of this gets too much. I just thought you might enjoy a nice vacation after all the stress we’ve had the last few weeks. It is the least we deserve and it’ll give us the energy to keep up the good crime solving rate. Can’t have that falling below anything but twice the average amount. ❝ Oh, she was quite the competitive nature at heart; a perfectionist in her own right but never ever beyond anything unnatural.

She watched him, observing with keen eyes as he moved. Of course she was curious as to how he’d react. While his reaction was only an added bonus to her freedom, Lara still enjoyed the idea of being seen by him the way he was seeing her now. He was handsome and she’d never denied that. It was the first time she was that open with him, though as previously she’d never gone as far. All her previous relationships and dates and other meet ups had been kept out of the daily discussion. Their friendship like behavior had a bond that special and never once had she dared to risk it. In this case she did not see it as such; but merely a good vacation situation.

❝ ---- I hope you don’t mind. I just didn’t feel like swimming around in a full dressed up variant when I’m on vacation and have the chance to enjoy the privacy of this place. And the tan lines are going to be horrible. ❝ Well, there were still going to be tan lines when it came to her lower section but the upper part would be entirely free of stripes and spots. It would look better that way.  

[lawinheels]

⇒ @justxaxstory​

Bear’s eyes were sad. He thought he had something different. Someone who had chosen him. “I won’t leave you alone … I promise. I will be your friend and keep you safe.” He assured quietly and then looked away, “But you do not wish for what I need. Since you will not feed me, I will need to find another. It isn’t … I am not trying to do you harm. But I waited…. I waited a long time for you but you have said no. I could make you but I do not wish for that. Not from you.” He shook his head. “Come … I will show you the home I made for you. It can be your safe nest for so long as it pleases you. I don’t really need to stay here.  We only play at having this shape.”

The sadness did not go by unnoticed by the young woman and it only caused for her to feel sadder. Had she truly hurt him that much by simply not understanding his wish? ❝ ---- I never said no to anything, my dear. ❝ And Lara truly meant it. Those words held neither a lie nor anger. She reached for his hand. ❝ ---- I found what you said to be rather- a shock, yes that’s the word to use. I felt shock at your words as I’ve not thought about coming here even meant. If you wanted to mate, which is what you said, is that what you call feeding? You owe me at least the confirmation of that. I owe you. You deserve to know that I’ve never been with anyone. My village does not work with simple pleasure. They build it all up on alliances and duty. ❝ 

It was her time to pull, pulling his hand so he would look at her perhaps finally listen. He seemed kinder than most people she’d met in her life time. ❝ ---- You said you won’t make me but I’m asking you to. Show me what you need so that I can understand better and learn with you, learn from you. ❝ Oh she cared; in a more than confusing but strong and emotional way, Lara cared. There was a strong need to not let him go, to be there for him.  ❝ ---- Show me what you need and I’ll be there for you. Step by step. I trust you. ❝ Perhaps it was time to let go of the shock that had first taken a hold of her and to move past it. Clearly this was about so much more.   

[justxaxstory]

Lara & Ivar | Hidden & Seen

[lawinheels]

⇒ @justxaxstory​

Ivar had been on the roof of their elaborate fortress, planning a raid on the Western Ocean Clan, when he saw it. The shimmer from the barrier that separated the Hidden people from the rest of the world. They had all heard the stories but there was no people currently living who remembered the days before the barrier went up. Centuries had passed. To the point that the Hidden people would have fallen from memory entirely had the barrier not shimmered in the light, creating a vague blank wall effect, dividing the world effectively. 

So Ivar stared, in shock, when the village suddenly became visible. He picked up his binoculars and looked through. Even in the dim light he could see specks - humans - running to and fro before disappearing. 

A council of truce was called, and a meeting held. There were a few options available. The chief among them the raid and division of spoils. That was until his brother proposed something far more radical. Something that would change the world.

So here he was, standing among the others before the Council of the people who lived in this place. It was strange, almost surreal, to be among them. They carried no weapons. They looked soft and whole. Few bore scars, even fewer had lost that wholesome look of good health, of always having enough to eat. The battle scarred and exhausted looking outsiders bore muscle and marks unlike anything these people had ever seen. The truce was proposed, in exchange for marriages. 

@lawinheels

The day the barrier came down was the day that everything changed. It was only the start of a much bigger thing with two worlds clashing in ways no one had ever thought they would. Lara had watched in horror and surprise when the barrier became a thing of the past, staring out into a world she had barely known existed. It was so different than her own; so rough and dim. It almost seemed like an everlasting battlefield with little hope even from a distance. As though black and white met color. 

There had been council things had been decided and as the daughter of one of the people in charge, Lara had raised her voice to volunteer. Much to her parents dismay, the young woman had chosen to come and follow along as many, many others would. This was for peace and the greater good. There was nothing about it that seemed wrong to her. With much bargaining she had won over and finally signed her name to the list of people to make the move toward the other side.

❝ ---- So, it’s you then! It’s lovely to meet you. ❝ Lara spoke to the man on the other side of the room, having been pointed his way. ❝ ---- I believe you and many others will have to make as choice. Please, if you’d follow me. ❝ The young woman had taken charge of showing the men around, having gathered the ones selected for marriage in the room next door. Surely there’d be much to decide. The young woman gave a nod toward the council. This was the best they could do to avoid conflict and surely it would benefit them all.

[lawinheels]

⇒ @justxaxstory​

Was she teasing him? Making fun? He wasn’t sure. Perhaps there was more than he knew separating their species. He shook his head, “I am just confused I think. I will find another to feed me … that will help.” He didn’t explain how he fed or that he had dreamed, hoped, that she would be the one to sustain him. Since that was not going to be the case, he would find another. Several of his people had taken more than one from the same family, usually at the request of the first so they would not be alone. Often the second females would be willing to feed another in exchange for some trinket or another. He had abstained after finding Lara many moons ago. But she didn’t want to do such things, now and perhaps never. It never occurred to the male that he had never explained or even asked. He had taken her rejection to heart, absorbed it, and had been moving to a sort of acceptance. “Come … you can at least see where you will rest. Until you find somewhere you like better.” Someone was more like it but he didn’t say that part.

It seemed as though the gap between them was only becoming wider, causing a sort of fear to settle. She didn’t want to abandon nor be abandoned by this creature; this person that she felt to have chosen when she stepped through the thinnest of veils. It was meant to separate them and somehow this was precisely how it felt. Lara shook her head at his words. ❝ ---- No. ❝ She wasn’t just going to watch him walk away. ❝ ---- It surely can’t be that simple. If this is not working for you; if this is making you wish to run then I cannot stop you. I’m as confused as you surely are. Show me what you mean and I’ll listen and do my best to help. ❝ The brunette truly wanted to learn, be around him and find a solution to all of this. His words had shocked her core, made her worry and yet she was utterly unwilling to just give up and let him walk away. ❝ ---- I can never go back. This is my home. You are my home. The least we can do is try, right? ❝ Where was this need to stick with him coming from? There was no explanation that came to her mind no matter how hard she pondered the possibilities that lay out there. ❝ ---- It was something I said, wasn’t it? Something I did. That’s why you need someone else. ❝ It was the only thing to make sense. She just didn’t want to go.

[lawinheels]

⇒ @justxaxstory​

She was angry it seemed but he wasn’t sure why. Had he said something wrong? He wasn’t sure. He opened his mouth to speak but closed it again. “Come … I will show you the village. There are many of your people there.” And perhaps they could help him understand her thoughts and words. If he were a lesser male, he would resume his other form and pass through the barrier, seeking another. Perhaps he had simply been too long without sustenance? Perhaps that would help his confusion. To find another to feed him because at this point he couldn’t fathom trying to explain that need to her.

It was her time to shake her head, denying him that as she wanted to understand him more than she wanted to see people long ago believed to have died and vanished from her life. Much rather than tear open wounds that had barely healed, she wanted to understand the creature in front of her. ❝ ---- Help me understand. That is all I am asking of you... ❝ Lara found all of this to be a shock, her head spinning as she tried to even think of everything. A hand of hers reached out for his, but not to take but to caress. There was something about her that felt drawn to him, caring in a way that seemed silly to mere humands. Hell, it even seemed silly to her. She had pushed him away, finding his request to be that type of person in his life forward but that didn’t mean she didn’t want to be around him. ❝ ---- I’m here because of you. Because I chose to be here. This is new. That is all. ❝ The brunette reached up, to press the lightest of kisses to his cheek. There had to be a way to show that she cared despite all the shock and confusion that currently flooded her mind. Part of her wanted answers, another part to run and hide and yet she stood there, firmly. Had she mistaken him for something entirely else. Perhaps there were needs of his that were beyond her understanding.

[lawinheels]

⇒ @justxaxstory​

He was starting to understand. She hadn’t chosen him.  Silly of him to think that she could have. She didn’t know him. She had chosen curiosity, she had chosen to explore. He nodded at her words, realizing that she would eventually chose another and continue her explorations. He would have to keep searching for another mate to claim. “I understand. Come … you should see what brought you here then. Tomorrow is soon enough for me to cross back over to continue my hunt.”

There was both horror and annoyance in her voice and her eyes as she looked at him, not with curiosity for once but utter disapproval. ❝ ---- This is how it goes for you? One does not immediately fall into your arms, instead demanding to actually get to know you and what you are and you wish for another? ❝ At least from what she’d understood of him. Lara had asked for time and he’d assumed the worst or so it seemed. ❝ ---- What brought me here? A feeling that this was the right step. Curiosity drove me but it was you who brought me here. ❝ She was in a world she couldn’t even begin to describe or understand and yet somehow she felt lost for other reasons.

[akanesource]

[lawinheels]

⇒ @thexnaughtyxstories​

The girl was hot, tight and he realized in this moment that he didn’t remember her name. Unless she didn’t give it to him. It really didn’t matter if he was honest. Her cunt was the element of her that mattered. Although … he thought as he slipped his hands up to cup her breasts, she did have great tits too. 

But still the Need was driving him. It was hard to believe sometimes that there was a day not that long ago where sexual release was not mandatory, where he and his brothers had gone for long periods of time without needing to fuck. Wanting to? Sure. But needing to? No. 

Now, he couldn’t fathom it. He woke up with it. Getting one final ride in before bed was the only way to get a full night’s sleep. Bear had it particularly bad. Men with extra muscle mass always did. He averaged five times a day. His poor girlfriend had to quit her job just to get enough rest. Ubbe usually ventured between three and four depending on whether he had hit the gym that day. 

Pulling  the girl back until her head could roll back against his shoulder as he used her for the only part of her with any current value. Pressing his cheek to the side of her head, he groaned as he filled her in hard, aching thrusts. “Don’t touch yourself this time…. you can cum tomorrow. Tonight you are nothing but a sleeve.” 

The smirk on her lips was only wiped away by the moan that escaped her lips as she pushed back against him, allowed him that control that he seemed to seek. It was a thrill that drove her, a chill that caused her spine to move; goose bumps to form all across her skin as she peaked up at him from the angle he’d allowed her. ❝ ---- Then you better be really, really bad at what you’re doing. Otherwise I can’t make any promises about not cumming. ❝ It was challenge directed his was as the young woman didn’t need to touch herself to reach that bliss that he himself was craving.

This whole arrangement was welcomed by her unlike anything else that the past few years had brought. ❝ ---- You have that need, so lets take care of it. I’m all yours. ❝ It was a repeated promise that Lara decided to make; and she meant it. ❝ ---- The name’s Lara, by the way. ❝ Another challenge that she felt would be fun to go for. Her body was reacting, was aching and shaking. There was the sound of a breath drawn in the heat of the moment, the movement of two bodies and not a single thought was given to where they were that moment.

Lara felt like there was fire in her core, only edging her on to keep on challenging the man that she couldn’t even name thus far. It was something that perhaps she’d never be able to stop.

[justxaxstory]

a small town | ivar x lara

[lawinheels]

⇒ @justxaxstory​

Bear looked back and forth between the pair, still amazed that his grumpy and occasionally dickish younger brother could manage to wrestle with his own self enough to develop such a relationship with Lara. 

Ivar grinned, “They are pretty good choices. Do you think he’s good enough for them?” He couldn’t resist teasing to his brother’s protested - ‘Hey!’ Ivar just laughed and kissed the top of Lara’s dark head. We should have a family bbq and introduce them. See if they are interested in him.” 

Bear just laughed, “Are both your sisters even old enough? I can’t picture it.” 

Lara had a smirk that made her eyes shine as she glanced from Ivar to Bear and Ubbe. ❝ ---- They are more than old enough. Both older than I even am. ❝ Laughter to follow her words simply because it was bizarre that she had come to choose something that not even her sisters had done yet.

❝ ---- My father insisted they both get an education outside town first before settling down. He wanted them know what this place means and what it can offer. When I opted to study online, he accepted that as my chance to get out any time that I wanted. He trusts me enough to make that choice. ❝ The young woman let out a sigh. Her sisters had of course returned but not yet started on their paths. ❝ ---- I am sure either of you could convince them to live life this way. They’d love it. ❝   

[lawinheels]

⇒ @kiissme​

          “Well, I’m glad you did. Not a lot of people are willin’ to make risks nowadays, good to know there’s some risk takers left in the world, aye?” Which she was, no bullshit needed in saying that. There was a fear in risks, of course, but it was that fear that she kinda loved. It meant that the risk was worth it, right? She thought so, anyway. “Faye,” she introduced herself with a smile and a slight raise of her glass, “Nice meetin’ you, on this —” her words interrupted by the sight of a flashing light, followed by the deep sound of thunder. “Oh. Shite. This rainy Parisian night, it seems.” She let out a laugh, “That’s what I get for not checkin’ my mobile for signs of rain, completely empty handed with no umbrella. Guess I’m waitin’ this one out.” Which, in a bar, with a drink in hand, even some company to boot, there could be worse ways to wait out the rain. She offered the brunette a smile as she took a sip of the wine, immediately missing some whisky if she was honest. You could plop a Scottish lass in Paris, but you can’t take the Scottish out of her. Lara’s words reached her, though, offering a soft nod. “I intend to. Seems like y’know what you’re talkin’ ‘bout. Which, at the sound of your accent, there, bit of a fair assumption that you’re also not from ‘round here. So, would it also be fair to say that you’ve made Paris what you want it to be?” Raising her glass to her lips, she paused, “And no, ‘Oh, it’s a long story,’ or anythin’ like that, it’s pourin’ right now, so I’ve got plenty of time, how ‘bout you?”

❝ ---- Not at all, my dear. I’ve been all over; born in Australia, moved to America and now I’ve found my home of choice in the city that seems to fabricate quite the idea of love and happiness. Not to ruin the fun but it’s quite a normal place. Not much different than other cities around the world except for that massive tower. ❝ Lara would have been lying if she denied her very own love for Paris but the expectations on her end were more realistic than those of a tourist. She wasn’t accusing the woman of being such a tourist but she’d seen her fair share of them over the years. ❝ ---- It is amazing for fashion, though. There is and never will be any denying of that fact. Paris is-... ❝ The brunette paused herself as she thought of her next worlds, contemplating what might be the wisest option. ❝ ---- Paris is a bit like beautiful clay. Everyone makes it out to be whatever they want or need it to be. And I think that’s just fine. Living in a world that tries to shape you so harshly, why not have the one place that you are allowed to shape in your favor? ❝     

[justxaxstory]

a small town | ivar x lara

[lawinheels]

⇒ @justxaxstory​

Bear laughed at her reply, “Fair enough … I wanted to see the world and found out that I just ended up missing home.” He shrugged lightly. Then he glanced at Ivar to see how he felt about Lara just up and leaving him. But he looked calm and accepting. Shit, Lara had been good for him. 

Ivar flashed a grin at her at she spoke, “I agree. Someone very special. Someone good for him.” He smiled down at her as she spoke, enjoying the weight of her body against his. He knew one day she would leave, just like she dreamed or planned. For now, she chose to be his. He had wrestled with this at first but now, he had settled into the idea. He made a point of enjoying the time they had together for however long he had her in his life. “Just not you … I have the most special girl with me.”

There is laughter and amusement at his words. She knew them well enough from what her own thoughts had been just a while back. ❝ ---- The world is my challenge but for now I’m happy with just being here. And that’s good that way. Keeps me sane. ❝ Her eyes were moving to look at Ivar, not doubting her choice had been the right one. With him she knew of that freedom that she had because in all other ways she was his entirely; his free and wild spirit that would come back, floating right into his arms.

And then a thought hit her. It pushed all other thoughts from her mind as a smirk replaced the former happiness; mischief on her lips. Her hand on Ivar’s thigh she looked at Bear yet kept her words directed at the man she was leaning against. ❝ ---- What about my sisters? Cassie and Lorry! Maybe one of them could... be his? ❝ Oh, then again, they were so different compared to her; not as free and wild but surely as special.

[lawinheels]

⇒ @justxaxstory​

Her rejection stun in a strange way. His hand fell away from her and he felt like protesting like he were barely a century instead of a grown creature of over five good centuries or more. He looked to the path that would lead down to the small dens and he found himself not wishing to take her there for fear she would select another. 

Lara could immediately tell that her words had caused him no form of happiness. Yet she stood by them; the words meaning as much now as they did then. ❝ ---- I came into this world because I was curious. I knew there was a chance I could never go home and knowing that now is a lot to take in. I’m not leaving; not just because I cannot do so but also because I chose to come here. So let me have the time to choose to be that type of person to you. I am asking for nothing more. ❝ There was a sigh; almost giving away the frustration that this was causing her. ❝ ---- The world I come from has different views on it. It’s quite bizarre. There is those that choose for love and those that choose for wealth or other reasons. There is even those who have their lives arranged for them by their families. You are giving me a choice and I want to take that choice and treasure. Can you understand that? ❝ It was entirely her turn to worry now. It was a strange world and she was new to it. Was this their custom?

[kiddsnicopther1989]

[justxaxstory]

a small town | ivar x lara

[lawinheels]

⇒ @justxaxstory​

“Law? That’s awesome.” Bear replied, genuinely impressed. “Oh you’re planning on making a break for it? You know this town is like a few hundred years old …don’t think it is going to change any time soon.” He continued with a laugh. “Oh yeah … it was … a nice reminder of home. We’ll see if it goes anywhere from there. Thanks for the welcome back.” 

Ivar just looked proud of her. He adored that this clever girl had chosen to be his and it was a choice with her, always a choice because no one could make Lara really do anything. She complied because she chose to do so. Others may be bothered by that but it did not disturb Ivar. 

“That’s right … you should find a clever friend for Bear so he doesn’t leave us again. He is home now, where he belongs.” Ivar stated firmly before sliding a hand under Lara’s short skirt. “Then you can all talk clever things together.”

Lara waved it off with a smile. She was too confident and too proud to make a big deal of it. ❝ ---- I am not making a break for it; I want to be prepared. Life has a funny way of going things to be quite honest with you. You left and yet here you are. I might do the same one day and decide it isn’t for me but if I do, I want to have something to work with. ❝ It seemed quite simple to her. Yet, somehow the brunette didn’t think there would be any chance she would ever leave that town.

Leaning against Ivar, she turned to the other two. There was a thrill with this situation, her not minding the man’s touch at all. In fact, it had become a norm between them ever since she’d taken her steps toward him.

❝ ---- I’m not entirely sure if I’m the right person to find someone that works for your dear brother. Most girls I’ve spoken with over the years seem too... easy. Not in a slutty way but in a way of wanting to please everyone at all times without making up their own mind. I mean, there may be a girl here and there I could see your brother with but he deserves someone special, wouldn’t you say? ❝ The young woman turned toward Ivar.

[lawinheels]

⇒ @justxaxstory​

“Of course… there are many humans on this side of the realm. We are told their lives are much longer here so you will find them unchanged.” Bear assured quietly. “No … not a friend … you would bear my young … should you wish it.” he offered. Leaning in, he brushed a hand over her soft skin, “You talked to me.”

It was purest shock that his words caused in her. There was no fear, not entirely because she did not fear him but his request still held a weird echo. This was not something to just be asked in her world, yet he had told her so much that came out of nowhere; much like he had. ❝ ---- That-... That is a bit forward, don’t you think? Maybe one day, the future will hold that but I barely know you. I told myself that such things would be left and held onto until I found that person. Maybe that person is you but until I know, I cannot promise you this. But I will be there. I’m not leaving. ❝ Lara still, despite his wish, found herself curious. Could this man, this creature, be that person?

[lawinheels]