[ 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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[ 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?