Searching for Reasons

Talyssa was enveloped in Quill's warmth as he spoke, his words washing over her like a gentle wave. She remained silent, her thoughts swirling in a mix of nervousness and excitement. The future he painted for himself was clear and vivid, with her by his side providing safety and comfort. As she tilted her head back to meet his two-colored gaze, she couldn't help but feel unease at the speed they were moving. Yet, at the same time, there was a simultaneous surge of excitement as she began to try and process what a longer-term future might look like with him. Her chest fluttered with anticipation and her mind raced with possibilities. She wanted to get up, to pace, to process. But she was fixed to his chest, entangled in his grasp. A lighter grin began to tug at the edges of her lips. “I don’t need a big family.” She answered softly. “Just a family.” Almost in a sigh as she rested her chin against the downward slope of his shoulder.

Could she see them both living in Hearthstone? It was a difficult portrait to try and conjure. What would it look like? She closed her eyes, picturing her room in the castle, the open balcony, the view of starlit plains, and themselves lying there, tangled in sheets. The image of pups prancing down the halls, much as she and her siblings had done. Yes. She could imagine it. “You already make me happy, Quill.” She answered lowly, her breath a warm puff against his skin. She couldn’t imagine that it get much better than this. "I can only hope that I can make you happy too."

"Talyssa Carpathius"