Galen: -Yawns and stretches, shaking sleep from his body. He was supposed to go meet Zoya later today and he didn't want to be late.-Zoya: -Shakes her head back and forth as she pushes her cousin away.- I'm fine! I'm fine. I'm sure I look fine.
Pandora: What? How would you know? Just let me add this bow, I swear, he'll love it!
Zoya: Fine. But make it quick. -Frowning, she stood still as her cousin continued to preen over her, dolling her up.- May I go now, I don't want to be late.
Pandora: Definitely! -Pushes her cousin out the door.- And don't forget to smile! Good luck!
Zoya: -Sighing, she shook her head, thankful to finally be out of the room with Pandora. Pulling delicately at her fur, she made her way to the place where she was suppose to meet Galen.-
Galen: -Swishes his tail around, sitting by the pear tree where they had first met. He was nervous, making his heavily groomed fur fluff up just a little bit.-Zoya: -Opens up her senses and follows the colors toward the tree. Blinking, she could swear she could see Pandora's color following some distance away. Sighing, she paused, letting her magic guide her until she could see the silhouette of Galen.- You're here already.. I'm sorry I'm late. -She offered a small smile.-
Galen: -As she appeared in his line of sight he smiled, she looked beautiful today the bow complimented her coloring very nicely.- It's alright, I haven't waited long. You look lovely today, Zoya. -He moved closer to hug her, happy that she was here now.-Zoya: -Blushes heavily at his compliment.- Thank you. -Truth was she felt very awkward.- My cousin insisted.. -Her voice trailed off when he hugged her. Her eyes widened slightly before returning it.- I wish I could see you.. -She whispered this slightly, for the first time feeling like her blindness was a true hindrance.-
Galen: -Holds on to her just a little longer than needed before pulling away.- It's alright, seeing someone doesn't dictate how you feel about them. -He answered softly as he reached up to touch the bow.- Your cousin has good taste in accessories.Zoya: -Flushes even brighter when he pulls away, feeling her stomach flutter slightly. Chewing her lip slightly.- You really like it? It just... feels so weird. Feel about..? -Her cheeks continued to grow warm.-
Galen: -Now it was his turn to blush.- Ehh, well...I guess I'm letting out more than I wanted to so early. -He mused as his arm dropped down.-Zoya: -Her eyes shifted upward to take in the view of his aura. She could see an outcropping of pink. Smiling softly, she moved her paw to touch his cheek.- Your color gives you away..
Galen: -Smiles slightly and leans his cheek against her paw.- What do you see, Zoya? -He asked softly, ears flicking forward as he waited for an answer.-Zoya: Pink.. you're... pink.. -Almost intoxicated, it took her a moment to break out of it. Wait. What was she doing? Had she? Did she? Panic slowly filled her face.- I... I... No... -Frowning, tears almost filling her eyes.- I used my magic.. didn't I..? I made you... -Her chest was heaving now.- I'm sorry!
Galen: -His smile started to slip once he realized that something was wrong.- Zoya, please call down...you didn't do anything wrong...shhh. -He hugged her again, trying to calm her.- It had nothing to do with your magic, these feelings are my own.Zoya: -Feeling him hug her again, her tears began to stream down her cheeks.- I.. I don't want to hurt you! How do you know? How do you know they're your own? I don't even know! I hurt people... I make them feel.. I make them feel things! I don't want to do that to you. -She was breathing hard against him, her eyes wide with fear.-
Galen: These feelings didn't come at once, Zoya. They've been growing since I met you. It's going to be okay....you aren't hurting anyone. -He held her tightly.- Trust me please.Zoya: -She wipes her face with the back of her paw, still sobbing somewhat.- I'm sorry Galen... I want to believe you... But I can't know for sure.. -She wanted to believe him so badly, but the truth was that her magic was unpredictable. She shut her eyes tight, feeling tears shift down her cheeks. However, she still didn't move from his arms.-
Galen: -Feels his own tears starting up, and buries his head in her shoulder- Does this mean you don't want to see me any more Zoya? Please don't say that....it wasn't your magic...Zoya: I! -The shock began to turn her stomach. She lifted her paw and gently stroked it through his hair.- Call me... a terrible Noodle... But I... I want to spend more time with you... I'm just scared.. -Chews her lip slightly, feeling her nerves slightly began to tear her apart.- Maybe I... Maybe I could see if someone in my family could work up a potion to make sure... I'm not sure if its possible... but maybe...
Galen: I don't think you are terrible. -He pulled back a little and nuzzled her forhead- If you want to we can do it that way, I don't want to loose you and I'll do anything to prove to you that what I feel for you is real.Zoya: -Lets out a breath, trying to relieve some of her stress.- I'm.. I'm sorry Galen... I just... I want to make sure these thoughts are yours... I'd feel... terrible if they weren't. -When he lets go of her she frowns slightly and nuzzles against him.- Because I... I desperately want them to be yours..
Galen: -Kisses her cheek softly- I understand. I just want you to be happy, and you don't have to worry about this to much. What do we do if we can't find a potion to prove or disprove this?Zoya: -She blushed at the kiss but then begin to shudder slightly when she heard his question, worry beginning to trickle into her mind again.- I... I don't know... -Her voice was trembling.
Galen: -Hugs her again- It's okay, we will work through it. Just take a deep breath and stay calm. It will be alright.Zoya: -Returns his hug before moving back.- I'm sorry that I ruined our night... Do you still want to go out?
Galen: -Nods and smiles- Of course. As long as you are still feeling up to it. We don't have to go if you'd rather not.Zoya: Of course I do... -Moves closer to him and kisses his cheek.- Please... I just... want to feel normal for a change...
Galen: To me you are normal. Nothing you say or do would change that view. -He smiled and let her go, letting out a breath as he lifted a paw to smooth down his hair.- Shall we go now? I planned a pretty picnic by a little lake.Zoya: It sounds wonderful. -Smooths down some of her fur, pulling slightly at her bow.- Sure, lets go.
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