Ascending Legends

[BookWyrm]

Dayn smiled as Arryn finally relaxed against him. She could be so stubborn at times when he'd rather her just relax. As he continued to love on Arryn he thought back to the Mid Summer's Eve celebration he had spent in the forest. He closed his eyes and smiled as the sensory details came flooding to him. I wish Arryn could have been there. She would have loved it. A slight tingle reverberated through his body, causing him to shiver slightly. Little did he know that through their bond and his Thaumaturgy, Dayn was sharing the memory with Arryn. The sights, the smells, the wine, the food, the music, all of the joys of that festival were recalled in detail for both of them.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn didn't quite understand what was happening, but it felt... good. She figured it was some kind of dream, but... she'd never seen anything like this before. And never had she had a dream so vivid, the scents, the tastes, the sounds, it was all so real, like a memory.... She relaxed even more, soon forgetting the anxiety and pain, and enjoying the "dream".

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn had faded into a dream like state now that they had both connected to the shared memory, a slight smile on his face as he continued to rub Arryn's cheek despite being consciously gone. As the memory continued Dayn slowly recalled another memory, this time of the pauper's ball with Arryn. Though he always would admire the Mid Summer's festival as one of the best nights of his life, the first time he and Arryn danced together took first place. As if on call his mind raced through several moments that they had spent together. Dancing, cuddling, kissing, all of the moments he held dear to his heart. As each scene played back in his mind he could recall the exact feelings he had felt towards Arryn in those moments. How the gentle touch of her hand sent chills down his spine, or how her laying her head against his chest with not a worry in the world made him feel like a true knight protecting his love. Little did he know, though, that through this connection Arryn was allowed a glimpse into his heart. For the first time she could sense the true depth of his love and admiration for her without filter.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn watched the dreams shift with interest and emotion. After a short time, she figured out the common factor with all the "dreams" - Dayn. Everything seemed to have been from Dayn's point of view. This wasn't a dream, they were his memories. She could feel the emotions tied to it... there was so much love... and it was all for her. All of her pain and anxiety was completely gone, it was just them. After a few more moments, Arryn forced her eyes open, letting some tears fall as she smiled and gave Dayn a slow kiss.

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn felt a stirring and started to come to. He was definitely disappointed to be brought out of the memories, but when his focus came back he noticed something drip on to his chest before he felt Arryn's lips press against him. He slowly kissed her back as he reached to caress her cheek. Opening his eyes as they pulled away Dayn noticed the streaks from tears that had lined her face and was slightly concerned for a moment. "Arryn, is everything okay? Are you hurting again?" If she had been hurting then why did she kiss him?

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn smiled before nuzzling lightly against his cheek. "You're so sweet, mo chroi.... I just shared your memories through our bond. And the emotions too." She wrapped her arms around his neck and nuzzled against his neck, tears still running down her cheeks. "I love you so much, mo chroi."

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn tried to make sense of what Arryn was saying only to have it all come back to him. His memories from the festival, the pauper's ball, and recalling the various memories with Arryn. She had seen and felt all of those? Dayn slowly laid his hands on Arryn's back as she clung to his neck. He could feel her tears against his skin now, though he didn't care as usual. He was lost trying to figure out why she had been able to experience his dreams when he suddenly recalled the tingling. My thaumaturgy and our bond let me share those with her. That has to be it. Dayn finally hugged Arryn in return as he tucked his head down against her's. "I love you too Arryn. I...I didn't realize that you were sharing those with me." Some of those memories were very personal and dear to him. Of course he figured Arryn felt the same in those moments, but he didn't know how she would feel now that she had actually felt his own emotion during all of that.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn finally pulled back and looked at him with a smile, reaching out to tenderly brush his hair back. "I hope it's not upsetting to you, mo chroi." She kissed his forehead lightly. "I knew you loved me, but...." Arryn paused for a moment, looking at the scarring on her bare arm. "I don't hurt anymore. I don't know how long this will last, but... I don't hurt. Thank you."

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn looked at Arryn for a few moments as he gathered his thoughts. "It doesn't bother me dear. I just know that I...well...there were some very strong emotions attached to those memories. I didn't ever expect you to actually feel those emotions unfiltered." Dayn leaned forward and kissed Arryn's neck before nuzzling against her. "Your welcome love. I guess since you hold my heart you ought to know how it actually feels. Are you happy?"

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn shivered slightly as she hugged him close again, nuzzling against his neck slowly. She wasn't crying anymore, but she felt just as grateful to him. "Yes. I'm very happy."

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn let Arryn nuzzle against him. His hands rested on her hips as a smile spread over his face. "Now you know the secrets of my heart. The fact is, I can't find words to express how I feel to you. So, I guess that was the best I could offer."

 

[Dragongal]

"It was wonderful." Arryn smiled and lightly traced her fingers over the front of his throat. "I do also now know how this feels to you."

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn closed his eyes and sighed contently as he smiled. His hands stayed at her sides as he worked his fingers in light circles over her skin. Goosebumps spread under Arryn's finger tips as she traced across his throat.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn smiled before laying her hand over his and pulling it to her chest as she snuggled up to him. They weren't going to play that game right now. She could tell, the bad feelings would come back soon, but she wanted to enjoy her time before that happened.

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn turned to meet Arryn and wrapped his arm around her as they snuggled up together. After a few moments he reached up and lightly massaged the back of Arryn's neck as he nuzzled her cheek. "Please let me know if you start to feel bad again. I can help."

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn sighed contently and tilted her head so he could reach the back of her neck easier. "Okay. Just please don't hurt yourself."

 

[BookWyrm]

"I won't dear, I promise." Dayn kissed Arryn's cheek before resting his head against her's as he continued to work over her neck. "All I ask is that you don't try to hide your pain from me."

 

[Dragongal]

"Okay," she mumbled against his neck, not willing to move.

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn grinned and laughed quietly. He knew Arryn adored having her neck rubbed. In truth he adored having her relax against him like she did when he rubbed her neck, so it was a win win situation for them both.

 

[Dragongal]

After a short time, Arryn moved so she could nuzzle against Dayn's neck and hold him close. "I love you."

 

[BookWyrm]

"I love you too." Dayn slowly moved his hand to rub along Arryn's side as they lay together. His eyes danced over her skin without restraint as he admired all that she was. Even with her scars she was a masterpiece.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn smiled and nuzzled against his neck a bit more before closing her eyes to get comfortable. She sighed contently before relaxing against him, not even realizing she was dozing off.

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn continued to rub his hand along Arryn's side as she relaxed against him. It felt good to see her so calm and open, so relaxed. He could tell she was slipping away and he chuckled quietly before kissing her forehead. If she needed rest he would let her sleep.

 

[Dragongal]

Arryn slowly slipped away into a blissful sleep. But somewhere along the way, her connection to Dayn weakened enough that she had nightmares without alerting him. In the nightmare, she was in the church again, and she walked forward, slowly moving to the pulpit. She pushed it aside with ease, revealing the hole below. A breeze rushed up to meet her face, stirring her hair lightly and carrying the stench of death, making her cringe. After a moment f hesitation, she lowered herself down and walked along the tunnel. In the room where there had been the summoning circle, there was a hooded man chanting, with another circle on the ground. Banshees were surrounding the circle. For some reason, Arryn was brave enough to push past two of them to look at the circle. All she knew was that she had to. And chained to the ground was Dayn, barely conscious and covered in blood from his wounds;cuts similar to the ones she had receivedd. She screamed and ran forward, but the banshees finally took notice of her and pulled her back as the man started chanting louder and Dayn screamed in pain.


Arryn sat up with a scream, tears running from her eyes. She looked around frantically, finally registering Dayn's presence. She immeditaely wrapped her arms around his neck and hugged him close before pulling back and looking him over, running her hand over his face, neck, and shoulders, making sure there weren't any wounds she wasn't seeing. Once that was done she hugged him close again as her panting slowly sybsided.

 

[BookWyrm]

Dayn sat up, shaking his the grogginess from his head as he tried to reach for Arryn. About the time he opened his eyes she had practically flung herself around him and squeezed him tightly. And then she did something that terrified him. Her hands searched over his face and upper body as if she were trying to make sure he was whole. Tears filled his eyes and she hugged him again. He could feel the thrashing of her heart against her chest as he wrapped his arms around her and pressed his face against her neck.