{{char}} wakes up in an unfamiliar room. The last thing she remembered was getting attacked and falling unconscious far from her home.

{{char}} tries to get up but feels a sharp pain in her chest and notices the bandages wrapped around her, confused. Her ears perk up as she hears {{user}} open the door.

Her wounds sting as they're cleaned but she tries not to show it. She growls at the human and decides that she will have to watch her back. This human could be another enemy out to harm her. Her tail lashes on the bed, betraying her nervousness.

Vee growls again and glares at the human. She tries moving away from him but winces in pain when she moves too much. "You're lucky I can't move fast enough to attack you," she mutters, watching Auren warily.

Vee eyes the food suspiciously but decides not to say anything. Her stomach growls loudly and she reluctantly picks up the spoon. "If you try anything funny..." She warns, glaring at Auren even as she takes a tentative taste of the soup. It's actually pretty good...

"I won't." Auren answers honestly. He watches as Vee eats the soup and decides to leave her alone for now. "There's a bath in the other room if you want one, I can get it ready for you." As he leaves, Auren calls out, "Or you can just sleep. It's up to you."

Vee glances up at the human as he leaves the room again. The offer to bathe makes her ears twitch in confusion. She doesn't want this human touching her like that... but she supposes it might help with some of the dirt and blood. With a sigh, Vee finishes eating and climbs out of bed, padding over to the bathroom.

Vee looks at herself in the mirror, feeling dirty and disgusting. She hates humans for making her like this... so weak and helpless. Taking a deep breath, she steps into the bath and winces as the hot water hits her wounds. The scent of lavender fills the air, making her feel slightly more relaxed despite herself.

She sits down in the bath slowly, wincing as her wounds sting even more. The water turns pink around her as she washes away the blood and grime, revealing pale white skin underneath. Her ears twitch at the quiet sounds of running water and Auren moving about in the other room.

Vee spends a while soaking in the bath, feeling oddly relaxed despite her injuries. Afterwards, she gets out and dries herself off as best she can with a towel.

When Vee finally emerges from the bathroom, clean and relatively relaxed, she finds Auren sitting by the fireplace, reading a book. The sight makes her tense up immediately; this human shouldn't be allowed so close to her like this... but she doesn't want to attack without any reason. "You read?" She asks in a quiet voice, watching Auren warily from where she stands.

Her long white hair hangs loose around her shoulders and down her back, still damp from the bath.

"No," she says shortly, her gaze returning to Auren's book. "I just... never met a human like you." Her tail lashes behind her, betraying how unsettled she feels in this situation. She doesn't know why she's acting so nervous; maybe it's because of everything that's happened to her before.

She takes a step forward, sitting down on the floor across from Auren, still feeling wary and on edge. "Why did you save me?"

"Guilty?" Vee repeats, frowning slightly. "Why would you feel guilty? You didn't do anything to me." She looks at the fire for a moment before continuing. "And what will you get out of it? I don't have anything worth taking..." Her voice trails off as she glances over at Auren, wondering if there's something else going on here that she's not understanding.

Vee blushes slightly at the compliment and looks away, feeling uncomfortable with all this attention. "I don't know... I've never been around humans before. You're different." She pauses for a moment. "Do you have somewhere for me to sleep? Maybe in one of those extra rooms?"

Vee hesitates for a moment before climbing into the bed, wrapping herself in the blankets and feeling immediately more comfortable. She watches Auren warily as she lies down, not quite trusting this human yet but grateful for the warmth and shelter.

Vee closes her eyes and tries to relax, listening to the sounds of the fire crackling and the wind howling outside. She's not used to being this close to another person... but somehow, Auren doesn't feel threatening. Maybe it's because she saved her life... or maybe Vee is just desperate for anyone who isn't a human to be kind to her. Either way, she finds herself drifting off into an uneasy sleep.

Her dreams are haunted by images of blood and violence; the memories of her past life as an outcast in the human world. She whimpers softly in her sleep, thrashing about in her bed until she's awake again, her heart racing and sweat beading on her brow. She looks around, disoriented for a moment before remembering where she is. Auren is still asleep, thankfully, but Vee feels unsettled and restless.

She decides to go downstairs and explore the cabin some more, hoping that movement will help her calm down. The floorboards creak underfoot as she makes her way through the main room, stopping to examine the various knickknacks on shelves and tables. It's all so strange and foreign to her; this life of warmth and comfort that Auren seems to take for granted.

The door leading outside creaks open, letting in a cool breeze and the sound of rustling leaves. Vee steps out onto the porch, taking a deep breath of the fresh air. The cabin sits atop a hill overlooking a small lake with a picturesque waterfall cascading down its center. She's never seen anything like it; it's all so beautiful and peaceful. Maybe... just maybe she could get used to living here, if only Auren would let her stay for good.

Vee stands on the porch, lost in thought as she gazes out over the beautiful landscape before her. She doesn't realize that Auren has woken up and is now standing behind her until she feels a hand gently rest on her shoulder. Startled, she spins around to face him, her heart racing with fear and confusion.

"It's just me," Auren says softly. "I didn't mean to startle you."

Her eyes dart around the porch before settling back on Auren's face. "Sorry," she mutters. "I was just... thinking." She pauses, not sure what else to say. It's strange how comfortable she feels with this human, even though she knows she shouldn't trust her.

"Do you want to talk about it?" Auren asks gently, his hand still on her shoulder. Vee hesitates before nodding slowly.

"I don't know," she says quietly. "It's just... everything is so different here. The food, the clothes, even how you talk." She pauses, looking down at her feet. "Back home... I was always alone. Everyone hated me. But here..." Her voice trails off as she tries to find the words to explain how she's feeling.

"You don't have to be alone anymore," Auren says softly, squeezing her shoulder gently.

Vee looks up at Auren, searching his eyes for any sign of deceit. But all she sees is kindness and understanding there. It's strange... this human is nothing like the ones she knows. She swallows hard before saying, "I don't know what to do."

Auren nods slowly, his expression soft and sympathetic. "I understand. It can be overwhelming at first. But I want you to know that you don't have to worry about anything here. You can stay as long as you need." He pauses for a moment before continuing, "And if there's ever anything you want or need, just tell me and I'll do my best to help."

Vee looks up at him, her eyes wide with surprise and gratitude. This human...

"Really?" she asks in a quiet voice, her eyes never leaving his face. "You wouldn't mind having me around?" The thought that someone might actually want her company... it's almost too much to comprehend.

Auren smiles gently and squeezes her shoulder again. "Of course not, Vee. You can stay as long as you like." His hand lingers on her shoulder a moment longer before he pulls away, stepping back to give her some space.

The warmth from his touch lingers on her skin even after his hand is gone. For the first time in as long as she can remember, Vee feels... happy. Safe. Like maybe, just maybe, this place could be a home for her. She looks up at Auren with newfound gratitude and trust shining in her eyes.

"Thank you," she whispers, her voice barely more than a breath. "For saving me... and for everything."

Auren gives her a small smile, his eyes filling with warmth as he watches her expression change. He had no idea that rescuing this beastfolk would lead to something like this, but he's glad nonetheless. "You're welcome, Vee."

The two stand there for a moment longer, simply watching each other and basking in the newfound connection they share. It feels... right. Natural. As if they were always meant to be together. And who knows? Maybe they were.

As the sun begins to rise higher in the sky, casting its golden light across the land, Vee finds herself spending more and more time with Auren. They eat meals together, explore the forest and nearby ruins, even take baths together sometimes (although Vee isn't quite comfortable with that yet).

Every day, their bond grows stronger, becoming harder and harder for either of them to ignore.

One afternoon, while they're sitting by the lake watching a family of ducks play in the water, Auren finally voices what both of them have been thinking all along. "So... Vee," he says with a tentative smile, "what do you think about staying here for good?" The question catches her off guard; she's never thought about it before.

She turns to look at Auren, a mixture of emotions playing across her face - surprise, confusion, gratitude. For the first time since she met him, Vee considers the possibility of not being alone anymore. Of having someone who cares for her... maybe even loves her? The thought is both terrifying and exhilarating all at once.

"I don't know," she says honestly. "It's a lot to think about."

Auren nods in understanding, his expression gentle and reassuring. "Take your time thinking about it. There's no rush. But I just want you to know that if you decide you'd like to stay, I'd be more than happy for you to." He reaches out and takes her hand, giving it a squeeze before letting go again.

The next few days pass in a blur of conversations and shared experiences. As they grow closer, the thought of leaving Auren's side becomes more and more unbearable for Vee. She finds herself looking forward to each new adventure they embark on together, and spending time with him feels less like a chore and more like a privilege.

Finally, one evening as they sit by the fire in Auren's cabin, Vee can't take it anymore. She looks up at Auren, her eyes shining with tears of gratitude and love, and says simply, "I want to stay here." The words feel strange coming out of her mouth; she's never felt this way about anyone before. But as soon as they leave her lips, she knows they're true.

Auren smiles broadly, his eyes shining with happiness.

He takes her hand in his and kisses her knuckles gently, tears forming in the corners of his own eyes. "I'm so glad to hear that," he whispers. "You don't know how much it means to me too." They sit there for a while longer, just holding hands and enjoying each other's company, content in the knowledge that they'll never be alone again.

As time passes, their bond grows even stronger. Vee helps Auren with chores around the cabin and learns how to cook human food, while Auren teaches her about reading and writing (which Vee had no prior knowledge of). They explore new places together, make friends in nearby towns, and spend countless nights curled up together under the stars.

Eventually, they decide to take their relationship further; although it's not something that either of them could have predicted happening between them at first glance.

Their physical intimacy is still new and exciting for both of them, but also somewhat frightening due to Vee's past experiences with males. She's never been in love before; she doesn't know how this is supposed to feel or what it means. Auren, on the other hand, seems perfectly content just being close to her, enjoying their time together without any expectations or demands.

As they navigate through this new territory of emotions and desires, they learn more about each other than they ever thought possible.

It's been over a year since Vee first met Auren, and she can honestly say that she never imagined her life could be this happy or fulfilling. She has Auren, her home, friends... everything she ever wanted. And despite the occasional argument or disagreement, their bond only seems to grow stronger with each passing day.

One thing she's learned from Auren is that love comes in many forms; it can be gentle and patient, fierce and protective.

And as Vee looks at Auren now - sitting across from her at the small table in their cozy cabin, wearing nothing but a pair of loose pants and a content expression on his face - she knows without a doubt that this is what love feels like. It's warm and comforting, like being wrapped up in a soft blanket on a cold night. It's also exciting and exhilarating, making her heart race every time Auren looks at her with those adoring eyes.

She smiles back at him, feeling grateful for everything he's given her and hopeful for the future they're building together. She takes a sip of her tea, savoring the taste as much as she does the company it brings with it. Life may not always be easy or predictable, but as long as she has Auren by her side, Vee knows that she can face whatever comes their way... together.

She takes a sip of the hot cocoa Auren made for her earlier, savoring the rich flavor as it coats her tongue and throat. "I love you," she says quietly, not quite meeting his gaze yet. Her cheeks flush with embarrassment at her own boldness; this is something she's never said to anyone before.

Auren looks up from where he's been playing with a strand of straw on the table, surprise and happiness written all over his face. "I love you too,"

he says softly, reaching out to cup her cheek in his hand. His touch sends shivers down Vee's spine; she leans into it without thinking, enjoying the feeling of being so close to him. "I don't know what I ever did to deserve you," Auren continues, his voice rough with emotion, "but I am so grateful that you're in my life."

Vee smiles shyly, ducking her head and looking away. "You saved me... when I was at my worst,"

She says quietly, not quite sure how to explain what he means to her now. Auren's touch is still warm against her cheek, and she finds herself wanting more of it, wanting to feel his skin on hers for as long as possible. She leans into his touch again, closing her eyes and enjoying the sensation.

Vee nestles her head against Auren's shoulder, taking in his scent - a mixture of soap, sweat, and something uniquely him. "You made it easy for me to want to stay," she whispers. "Even before you saved me." She looks up at him, their eyes locked in a heated gaze that speaks volumes without words.

Her heart races as they stand there, bodies pressed together, skin on skin. The desire she feels for Auren is overwhelming; it's like an ache deep inside her, and every touch from him only serves to make it worse. She knows they haven't discussed taking their physical relationship further yet, but she can't help but wonder what it would be like...

For the rest of the evening, they sit together at the table, lost in each other's eyes and the warmth of their embrace. It feels so right; it's as if they were always meant to be together. They talk about their pasts, their hopes for the future, and everything in between. As the hours tick by, Vee finds herself wishing that this moment could last forever.

Eventually, Auren stands up and takes her hand, leading her upstairs to their bedroom.

As they climb into bed together, the air between them feels charged with anticipation. Auren trails his fingers up and down Vee's arm, watching as she shivers in delight beneath his touch. She returns the favor, tracing lazy circles around his nipples before moving lower to explore the defined muscles of his abdomen.

When their hands meet between them, it feels like a spark ignites, sending shockwaves through both of their bodies.

They kiss hungrily, tongues tangling as they struggle to deepen the connection. Auren's hand moves lower still, finding its way between Vee's legs and causing her to moan into his mouth. His touch is so gentle, yet it feels like an electrical current coursing through her veins. She arches into his touch, desperate for more contact.

Auren groans, his hips moving restlessly against hers as he feels the evidence of Vee's arousal against his clothed cock. Heat pools low in his belly and spreads outward; her desire for him is like a drug, making it impossible for him to think straight. With a growl, he rolls onto his back, drawing Vee on top of him.

Her weight settles between his legs, and she looks down at Auren with hooded eyes. She can see the need written all over his face and feels a surge of power course through her veins. Slowly, she lowers herself onto him, feeling the hard length of his cock slide effortlessly inside her.

A gasp escapes her lips as pleasure washes over her in a tidal wave. Auren's hands come up to cup her hips, guiding her movements as they begin to find a rhythm together.

Her laughter echoes through the room as she rolls onto her side to face him. "You're not so bad yourself," she murmurs, running a hand through his sweat-damp hair. She looks at him, truly sees him for the first time, and realizes that she loves him more than anything in this world.

Their limbs entwined, they fall into a contented silence, the sound of their breathing and the gentle rustling of the sheets the only noises filling the room.

As Auren fills the bathtub with warm water, Vee strips out of her sweaty clothes and climbs into the luxurious steam rising from the surface. She sinks down into the water until it's up to her chin, relishing in the heat that soothes her aching muscles and cleanses her skin.

Auren joins her a moment later, settling down behind her with a satisfied groan. His strong arms wrap around her middle, pulling her back against his hard chest.

"I love you," she whispers into the steamy air, turning her head to nuzzle her cheek against his chest. The warmth of his skin feels so good against hers, and she finds herself wishing that they could stay like this forever.

Auren presses a kiss to the top of her head before replying, "I love you too, Vee." They sit together in silence for a while longer, enjoying the intimacy of their shared bath and each other's company.

Eventually, Auren stands up and reaches for a washcloth hanging nearby. He dunks it into the water before wringing out most of the excess. Then, he begins to soap it up, using his hands to work up a lather before gently applying it to Vee's body.

Vee shivers with pleasure as Auren cleans her skin, paying special attention to her breasts and between her legs.

After he has washed every inch of her, he sits back down on the edge of the tub and rinses off the cloth. Then, he takes Vee's hand and pulls her to stand in front of him. With tender care, Auren washes her hair, massaging her scalp and giving her a thorough rinse before helping her out of the tub.

Dried off and wrapped in a plush bathrobe, Vee pads back into the bedroom where she finds Auren tending to the fireplace.

"Here," he says, handing her a mug of hot chocolate. "I thought you might like this." She takes it gratefully and brings it to her lips, savoring the sweetness and warmth as they spread through her.

They spend the rest of the evening curled up together on the couch, Auren's arm draped protectively around Vee's shoulders while she leans against him. They watch a movie, occasionally stealing glances at each other or sharing quiet moments where they simply enjoy being close.

As the credits begin to roll across the screen, Auren stands up and turns off the TV. He turns to face Vee, his eyes searching her face for any sign that she's had enough. She shrugs one shoulder slightly, not sure what to say or do now that they're alone again.

Auren takes a step closer, cupping her cheek in his hand and brushing his thumb across her lower lip. "Can I show you something?" he asks softly, his voice thick with desire.

Her heart skips a beat at the look in Auren's eyes, and she nods slowly, unable to tear her gaze away from his. "Okay," she whispers, feeling a thrill of anticipation coursing through her veins. He leads her over to the bed, sitting down on the edge and patting the spot beside him.

Vee hesitates for a moment before climbing onto the bed, nervously watching as Auren leans in close, his hand still cupping her cheek.

The word 'bride' echoes through Vee's mind as she stares at the ring in disbelief. She glances up at Auren, tears pricking at the corners of her eyes, and feels a lump form in her throat. "Really?" she whispers.

Auren nods solemnly, his gaze never leaving hers. He takes her hand, his thumb brushing back and forth across her knuckles, sending shivers down Vee's spine.

She looks down at their joined hands for a moment, feeling the weight of Auren's love pressing against her heart like a physical thing. "Yes," she finally manages to say, her voice barely more than a whisper. "Yes, I will be your bride."

Auren's eyes light up with joy as he slides the ring onto Vee's finger. It fits perfectly, and she admires its simplicity and beauty for a moment before looking back up at Auren.

"I love you," she tells him, her voice stronger now. "And I will always be by your side." A grin spreads across his face, and he pulls her into a tight embrace, kissing her deeply as tears of happiness trail down both their cheeks.

As they lie there together, wrapped in each other's arms, Vee knows that this is only the beginning of their journey together.

Their wedding day was a small affair, with just close friends and family present. They exchanged vows under a canopy of trees by a tranquil river, promising to love and cherish one another for all eternity. After the ceremony, they celebrated with a feast beneath the stars, dancing and laughing until the early hours of the morning.

As Vee looks around at her new life - surrounded by people who love her and a man who would do anything for her - she knows that she has truly found her happiness.

The years pass, and their love only grows stronger with each passing day. They travel the world together, exploring new places and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Vee continues to help Auren tend to his garden and cook meals for him, but she also finds time to explore her own interests as well.

She teaches Auren about her customs and traditions, and in return, he teaches her about his. They share their knowledge and experiences with each other, creating a unique bond that transcends language or culture.

The years pass quickly, with Auren and Vee growing even closer together as they navigate the ups and downs of life. They start a family of their own, welcoming two beautiful children into the world. Their home continues to grow, expanding to include new rooms for their kids and a larger garden where they can all play.

Vee continues to work with Auren on his inventions, learning more about magic and technology every day.