Home was not chaotic in a way one might think. It was not unloving or uncaring. [ His wonderings make her head tilt and her ears tuck down ever so slightly. ] We wished to travel and see the world, as many do at our younger ages. We felt called to our respective schools, but, I...
[ Alkaid sighs. She prays he might not find it silly or childish. However, he has wondered, and she sees no reason not to tell him. ]
I had no desire to have my potential husband, mate, father of any children of mine be decided. There is one mate for the tribe until another takes his place. I won't speak ill of the custom, as its an ancient tradition that has kept us going. However, I wish to chose my own.
[ She leans forward further, now being able to rest her head against his chest if she wishes. Though, that might be too forward. She has already been quite forward as it is. Her ears tilt up at his words as doubts and insecurities began to rise. He would be honored--happy--to have her remain in Isghard?
Truly? ]
Would that be because I share the title of Savior of Isghard? Or... perhaps something else?
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[ Alkaid sighs. She prays he might not find it silly or childish. However, he has wondered, and she sees no reason not to tell him. ]
I had no desire to have my potential husband, mate, father of any children of mine be decided. There is one mate for the tribe until another takes his place. I won't speak ill of the custom, as its an ancient tradition that has kept us going. However, I wish to chose my own.
[ She leans forward further, now being able to rest her head against his chest if she wishes. Though, that might be too forward. She has already been quite forward as it is. Her ears tilt up at his words as doubts and insecurities began to rise. He would be honored--happy--to have her remain in Isghard?
Truly? ]
Would that be because I share the title of Savior of Isghard? Or... perhaps something else?