Aye, a confession and a proposal. Though I assume that having a three person marriage is a little unheard of. Perhaps the moogles would be willing to wed the three of us.
[ He snorts again, leaning down to get another kiss. ]
'tis not so uncommon... don't forget there are more bondings than the ones the sanctum and church usually have.
[ Tribes and clans have had multi-folk unions for a while. She smiles and kisses him back! ]
... you're silly for assuming I wouldn't want you. I've hardly been subtle about enjoying your company. Not everyone gets to meet my children either, you know.
[ She's just glad— he accepted her at all, and she smiles gently at the mention of her children. She misses them so much, and once Estinien is back in a casual shirt and trousers, she tugs him with her to flop onto her cushion nest so they can lay down and cuddle. ]
... is there anything you wish to have of me? Since we're going to be mates... you must have some wishes of your own.
[ Oh this big baby. She grins wryly, and lifts her face, and her hand to smoosh his cheek and make him face her. ]
That's a given, love. But I would not wish for Alberic to be left out of it either. After all, you have to show him you're still going strong- and even he said he wouldn't let himself fall behind to you.
[ They're both such silly men. But, she chuckles and bumps her forehead against his. ]
I offered Moon the chance to bear his children with me, too. If he ever wanted. Though he expressed being envious that our dragons had no worry about gender... but if he's able to shift, I like to think he may bear more eggs himself. Maybe he'd want them from you?
[ Honey... she looks at him with a sympathetic look, and sits up, gently urging him to do the same. ]
... I know you have your reasons for feeling that way... but the proof is in everything you've done already, my love. And all that you've done...?
[ She takes his face in both hands. ]
You have love and kindness beyond anyone I know. The way you've been with Alphinaud, with even someone like Vrtra... you already know how to care for those that need you. To be their family when they have none. And whenever you're ready for your own- you'll be no different, I believe that.
Venat happens to be someone I love too, and I will be proud to be a bit like her! Not that I could ever compare... she's so elegant and kind and beautiful. But I'll hold myself proudly for being me, too.
[ She pushes her face into Estinien's chest now. ]
Aye... but she's still very inexperienced in so many things. She's like a young maiden, and I would have her enjoy that than be deified. She deserves to be loved and cared for like everyone else.
[ She doesn't want Venat to hold herself back, either. But she sighs and looks aside. ]
I know... 'tis not normal for people that aren't miqo'te and hrothgar to have more than one partner. And some people here keep saying that if you care for someone, you should be fine with just being fulfilled with one- or two at most.
Not that I would stop mine own ways... but I don't have lovers for the fun of having them... 'tis because I can give you love equally. Whatever kind of love you desire. So... I wonder if I'm hurting those beyond you all. Who I do care for, but not on the same level as you... if they feel the need to say such a thing.
Then you should make her time here well worth it, shouldn’t you?
[ He listens to her, humming in thought. He is actually thinking. ]
I cannot speak for Aymeric, Moon or Gaius in the least. But you know that I understand your cultural nuances with partners. I feel as if you are happy with the way things are, and that means I am also happy. Your amount of partners makes no difference to me. I have just as many and my own upbringing is very monogamous.
[ She intends to- for Venat is just as important and wonderful to her. Would she mind this, as well?
But she quietly listens to what Estinien has to say (that braincell sure has been doing its best)- and hearing it from him soothes her and once more tells her why she loves him so much. ]
... You're far more understanding than many, in not judging against preconceived notions. And I know you would tell me if I ever hurt you.
[ She pulls his face down gently for a kiss, savoring his lips and smiling to herself. ]
You're stuck with me otherwise, partner. Always and more.
[ Estinien is so bad at voicing what he wants to voice. Only because these are words that would hardly ever leave his mouth at an earlier stage in his life. ]
And I love you just as much. Even the thought of calling you "wife" fills me with something... [ he points to his own chest ] here. It is not something I've made a habit of getting to know. But I should be comfortable with the feeling. Aye?
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[ He snorts again, leaning down to get another kiss. ]
I assumed at home you didn’t want me.
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[ Tribes and clans have had multi-folk unions for a while. She smiles and kisses him back! ]
... you're silly for assuming I wouldn't want you. I've hardly been subtle about enjoying your company. Not everyone gets to meet my children either, you know.
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[ But also, like, fuck the church. Even if he probably secretly prays to Halone still. He's still a fantasy catholic elf after all. ]
I know this much. Your children are the one thing you keep hidden if you can.
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... is there anything you wish to have of me? Since we're going to be mates... you must have some wishes of your own.
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So while putting his arms around her, he shrugs. ]
I've not given it much thought.
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[ She nestles against him, carefully resting her cheek against his chest. ]
I'd just like to have more adventures with you. With everyone for certain, but more with you. I want to enjoy new places by your side.
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[ He pets her hair mindlessly. ]
I want the same, though..to have adventures. Settling down sounds too hard though.
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[ She's purring against his touches, tail wrapping around him and lifting her face to kiss along his jaw. ]
... you know we'll have to get Alberic's blessing too when we return, aye?
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We would be better to visit that desolate wasteland that holds my family and their graves.
[ someone is still tsun about Alberic… ]
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That's a given, love. But I would not wish for Alberic to be left out of it either. After all, you have to show him you're still going strong- and even he said he wouldn't let himself fall behind to you.
[ They're both such silly men. But, she chuckles and bumps her forehead against his. ]
I offered Moon the chance to bear his children with me, too. If he ever wanted. Though he expressed being envious that our dragons had no worry about gender... but if he's able to shift, I like to think he may bear more eggs himself. Maybe he'd want them from you?
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[ WHAT A BABY. ]
…we had a talk about it not too long ago. Though it lead to me learning about dragon nests.
[ It was wild AND informative. ]
I know you both would not mind bearing my children. But I could not ask it of either of you.
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... I would want you to want them just as much as mineself. If we do end up having any... then we will.
[ She strokes his hair back, meeting his gaze. ]
Why would you not ask of it, though?
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[ Estinien and his familial conflict is strong. Would he even be a decent father? ]
It is my own fear.
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... I know you have your reasons for feeling that way... but the proof is in everything you've done already, my love. And all that you've done...?
[ She takes his face in both hands. ]
You have love and kindness beyond anyone I know. The way you've been with Alphinaud, with even someone like Vrtra... you already know how to care for those that need you. To be their family when they have none. And whenever you're ready for your own- you'll be no different, I believe that.
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[ He snorts a laugh, keeping himself sitting up for her. ]
Careful, you sound like you have been hanging around Hydaelyn too much as of late.
[ He is teasing. But he gets it. ]
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[ She smirks at him. And then huffs proudly. ]
Venat happens to be someone I love too, and I will be proud to be a bit like her! Not that I could ever compare... she's so elegant and kind and beautiful. But I'll hold myself proudly for being me, too.
[ She pushes her face into Estinien's chest now. ]
Do you think I'm too selfish?
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[ He huffs a little. ]
She’s quite a few years on either of us. She has a lot of wisdom, doesn’t she?
[ Raising a brow. ]
Why would you be selfish?
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[ She doesn't want Venat to hold herself back, either. But she sighs and looks aside. ]
I know... 'tis not normal for people that aren't miqo'te and hrothgar to have more than one partner. And some people here keep saying that if you care for someone, you should be fine with just being fulfilled with one- or two at most.
Not that I would stop mine own ways... but I don't have lovers for the fun of having them... 'tis because I can give you love equally. Whatever kind of love you desire. So... I wonder if I'm hurting those beyond you all. Who I do care for, but not on the same level as you... if they feel the need to say such a thing.
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[ He listens to her, humming in thought. He is actually thinking. ]
I cannot speak for Aymeric, Moon or Gaius in the least. But you know that I understand your cultural nuances with partners. I feel as if you are happy with the way things are, and that means I am also happy. Your amount of partners makes no difference to me. I have just as many and my own upbringing is very monogamous.
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But she quietly listens to what Estinien has to say (that braincell sure has been doing its best)- and hearing it from him soothes her and once more tells her why she loves him so much. ]
... You're far more understanding than many, in not judging against preconceived notions. And I know you would tell me if I ever hurt you.
[ She pulls his face down gently for a kiss, savoring his lips and smiling to herself. ]
You're stuck with me otherwise, partner. Always and more.
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[ He leans in to return her kiss, just as boldly. ]
You’re sure you want to be stuck with a pain in the arse like me?
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[ Her gaze flicks down very pointedly towards his rear, before she grins and slips her fingers into his hair and meets his gaze fondly. ]
I love you, Estinien Varlineau, my partner, my dear friend. Calling you husband will be the happiest sun of mine life. I hope you're ready for it.
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And I love you just as much. Even the thought of calling you "wife" fills me with something... [ he points to his own chest ] here. It is not something I've made a habit of getting to know. But I should be comfortable with the feeling. Aye?