better with you

He couldn't deny it, her words pained him. Of course she had let Isardis do what he had done. That was nothing surprising to Seraphim, but it hurt to hear it out loud. I know, he uttered in response, also speaking almost in a whisper. His gaze dropped to the ground momentarily as he regained his focus, determined not to let this get in the way after hearing her next words.



When he returned his gaze to hers, there was a fire blazing within his eyes. He took a step closer, coming almost nose to nose with her. What he wanted to ask her had come to his mind almost instantly and seemed to be the clearest thought he had harbored in weeks. It was crazy, insane really, but he had to know. Eris, he began, his voice unwavering. Would you leave Glaciem? He paused, giving her a moment to react before continuing.



I can tell when I speak with you that it does not give you everything you desire and deserve. I knew it from our very first meeting. You know that Taurig leads Tortuga, and he would protect anyone who sought a better home in place of his father's wretched kingdom. You deserve to be loved, not to be treated as a vessel for his power. His words came with a conviction unlike any they had ever had before. It was so new, so powerful, he could hardly believe what he was hearing himself.



I will love you and I will love your children in a way that he never could or would.