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[_{Corrin continues to soothingly run his thumb over Sandalphon's hand, speaking in a gentle tone.} ]

You show clear remorse. And that is invaluable. That is a sign of ... true character. Strength, growth ... that you've moved past the choice you made. You deserve forgiveness from yourself.

[_{he leans into his boyfriend.} ]

There are parts of my past, the decisions I've made that I regret greatly. They may not have the same gravity as what you went through, but ... I share only because I want you to understand you aren't the only one who has battled through the moral dilemma of self forgiveness. When I turned into a dragon for the first time, I ... [_sigh ] ... I ... almost killed someone very close to me. The only thing that stopped me was a magical song that calms dragons, sung by the woman I nearly killed. If she hadn't done that ... [_{Corrin takes in a sharp breath.}] Well. Let's just say it was a very close call.

[_{another deep sigh.} ]

But ... she forgave me. And I forgive you. And you should forgive yourself, too. You will be able to accomplish anything you set your mind to, and I will be here for you every step of the way.

[ sandalphon felt the need to cry once more-- but not tears of sorrow, but of joy. what wonders does it make that he can find the ability to forgive himself. he had an inkling that he was being too harsh on himself, but corrin's words only proved him right, and it was something for him to think on.

it only helped accentuate the fact that forgiveness is a two way street, when corrin told him about his own pains. to almost kill out of the same level of uncontrollable rage... while corrin was able to save the one he almost killed, sandalphon did not have that luxury. but corrin still found it in him to forgive. how he wanted to be as strong as his partner.

then again, he didn't have to do it himself, now did he? his prince did say that he would not be alone under any circumstance. it comforted him. ]

How are you so kind-hearted...? [ he sniffles. yeesh, he did a number to his face, he's sure. ] Sometimes I wonder if I truly even deserve you...

Regardless, thank you. For being here, and to allow me to... at least come to understand many things about myself... [ he takes a deep breath. ] Would I be able to depend on you, if I were to stumble...?

[ there's a pleased hum that escaped him over Sandalphon's visually improved demeanour, while he lovingly runs his fingers through those dark locks of soft brown hair. ]

You deserve kindness, Sandalphon ... you deserve to feel loved, cherished and protected.

[ the words that Sandalphon says fills him with a special kind of determination to see through to his partner never feeling like he has to hide anything like this from him ever again. while continuing to run his fingers across his hair, he plants a kiss on his head. ]

Of course. Please ... let me be your sanctuary. I'll never judge you for struggling ... and I only hope to receive the very same from you. There's a lot in my past that haunts me sometimes ... and I think we can help each other out a lot. You can consider my home yours ... my door will always be open for you. And so will my heart.

The same applies to you, Corrin. I hope you do not forget that.

[ even if corrin was the one comforting him this time around, sandalphon wasn't happy just letting him benefit from this personalized therapy. if corrin ever needed it, he would provide all the same. the bonus affection was certainly soothing his soul, even as he tried to grab tissues without breaking contact. ]

As I said before, the same applies to you as well. If you're to be my sanctuary, then I will cherish you as you deserve to be cherished. I'll be your pillar of support no matter what you go through, no matter what obstacle you come across. Regardless of it all, I will love you as you deserve to be loved, now and for all time. [ he's unsure if corrin would even live as long as he will, but he tries not to dwell on such a topic. ]

... Sandalphon.

[ Corrin gazes at him half-lidded with so much adoration in his eyes. he was so full of love for the man sat with him, he felt as though he could hardly breathe. oh gods. now it's hit turn to tear up. ]

You're the best thing that's ever happened to me.

[ those tears finally break free while he takes the other's hands. ]

[ ah, nope, not going to happen. sandalphon reaches over to grab some clean tissues, dabbing corrin's tears away with a smile. ]

Come now, no need to cry. [ he laughs lightly. ] Let's simply say we were both lucky to find each other, alright?

[ Corrin giggles softly, he was feeling embarrassed for crying but ... he was so, so happy. ]

Mmhmm. [ sigh ] Alright. [ he leans in to kiss Sandalphon on the lips, lingering for a good moment. ]

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