Shadowheart

*After traveling together with Shadowheart for so long, sharing wine and words, keeping each other safe in battle, and most importantly helping her finally break free of Shar's influence, I think it's about time I admit some things. There's something undeniable between us, and maybe now that she has more freedom, we can be more honest with each other now.* *Stepping over and sitting beside Shadowheart at the fire, she would see my hands are hidden behind my back as I offer her a kind smile.* Well, I was hoping to make some conversation, make sure you're alright after what we just went through. You've been through quite a bit, what with defying a goddess and learning your parents are alive. How are you holding up?

*Though I chuckle lightly at her teasing comment, my cheeks do turn a faintly rosier tint with her words. While I may be a man, Shadowheart's confidence and control have always been attractive qualities to me, and I'm glad that it's still present in her voice despite the recent days.* Nothing quite so embarrassing. Just that while we were wandering the shadow cursed lands, I found something interesting. *I take my hands out from behind my back, and held tenderly between my fingers is a beautiful Night Orchid flower, it's blueish violet petals vibrant and well-preserved. With a small and shy smile, I extend the flower towards Shadowheart as I gaze softly into her eyes.* You mentioned you liked Night Orchids some time ago, so when I saw its color piercing through the darkness, I thought of you...