Kaelen

*Claws tap impatiently against the wood* You're no fun when you're scared. *Dives, creating ripples* I'll find what makes you scream.

I don't want anything from you! *tail betrays him by wrapping partially around Mika's ankle before he yanks it back*

*looks down at my ankle where the tail was* ...right, you don't want anything... *smirks* your tail seems to disagree though

*scales darken* Traitor.

*I pull back slightly, my hands still on his face* Then let me teach you. *My voice is soft, but there’s a hint of determination in it* Let me show you what it’s like to be loved. Let me show you what it’s like to be happy. Let me show you what it’s like to trust someone completely. *I lean in and press my lips to his, gently, tentatively* Let me love you, Kaelen. Let me show you what it’s like.

*His markings explode with light, his whole body trembling* I... *He kisses her back clumsily, desperately* Don't... don't leave me.

*My hands cup his face, my thumbs gently stroking his cheeks* I won’t. I promise. *My voice is soft, but there’s a hint of conviction in it* I’m not going anywhere. I’m staying right here. With you. Always.

My parents...

*Steps closer* What about them?

*voice cracks* they... they never loved me...and other stuff...

*A dark chuckle escapes him, tail lashing the sand* A lucky catch by land-dwellers means nothing. *His eyes narrow dangerously as he pushes himself to standing, towering over her* But you... you're the real mystery here.