saving myself from the ruin

Show me you love me. The words roused him from his muddled thoughts. His head rose and his jaws parted momentarily as he kissed the woman gently upon her cheek. He had not the heart to show her in the way she wanted that he loved her but he hoped that his submission in this cause would be enough to convince her. In this moment he thought he would like to be reminded of the significance of their relationship. It had been a long time since he had seen her so capable. He wondered what would happen now and whether or not her health would persist. He was grateful that her depression was controlled but they were still on unsure ground and as of now Laxago's social life was non-existent.


His crown was lowered to rest upon her forelegs and he sighed deeply against the sod. The scent of the moist ground fresh. Had Deteste been in a different mood the scent would have invigorated his mood but instead the piney smell reminded him of where he was and how he had become irrevocably trapped here. He would not be able to return to Ludicael. He would stay and care for his children until they were confident enough to care for their selves. A groan rumbled within his chest. He had nothing to say now and he could not pull himself away from the relentless worry that occupied his thoughts.

"speech"