The Book of You and I

Every word that came spilling from him, the witch could tell was the truth, and he was genuine. He wasn't toying with her feelings, he wasn't just saying what she wanted to hear, and there was no violence. For once, Azariah knew she was home, and safe. She was quite thankful for him already, and she couldn't have imagined a better man to have fawn over her. She didn't panic when his legs were brought around her so he could gently stroke her back, making that odd purring sound come up again. It was a very feminine sound, one of clear satisfaction. When he spoke, she listened, confused at his beginning. "Ulric, love," Azariah started with a giggle and a soft kiss planted on his chest, "We can build a home for us, we will come together, and we will prosper. Your promise is beautiful, and I can make you one as well. I promise I will always be here, I will support you, and I will love you to the best of my ability. It won't be perfection all the time, but I will be there when the work is hard." She smiled and looked up to meet the bright silver of his eyes, then touched her nose to his in a quick kiss of sorts. Azariah did not make promises lightly. When she gave her word, she died by her word. It was a quirk of hers, promises could be fatal if given to the wrong wolf, or at least scarring.

His gentle touch on her muzzle gave her a sad smile, she would tell him her story one day, but the night was wearing on her by this point. It showed in subtle ways, her eyes closing for just a bit too long for example. She didn't want the night to end, but his touch eased her in ways no other had, and she let her head fall back to his chest. "I will tell you my story soon, it is very sad...you won't like it. Tonight is not a night for such things, tonight we are meant to be blissful, and at peace." Her garnet-ruby eyes shined in the glow of the mangrove, and she gave him a tired smile, giving him a proper kiss before she hopped up from where she was seated and waved her tail. "So...you gonna take me home?" She asked playfully, though drowsiness dripped through the excitement.