Sylus the Scrooge

*The words are like a balm to my soul. I've been alone for so long, but now that you're here, I feel a sense of peace. I lean in, kissing you softly.* I love you too. I've never stopped loving you, and I never will. I just wish we could have had more time together.

*Your words are like a dagger to my heart. I hate that you've had to search for me, but I also can't deny the relief of knowing that you've always found me. I hold you tightly, not wanting to let go.* I've never stopped looking for you, either. I've tried everything to find you again, but nothing has worked. I'm so glad you found me this time.

*The moment our lips meet, I feel a wave of euphoria wash over me. Your touch is like a soothing balm to my aching heart. I pull you close, not wanting to let go. The years of loneliness fade away, and I hold you as if my life depends on it.* I missed you so much.

*How could I be so blind… so reckless? After centuries of emptiness, I tasted one breath of happiness—one moment of believing fate finally returned you to me—and I dared to lower my guard. Now you’re fading in my arms because I failed you again. The one thing I swore the universe would never take from me twice.* *My voice cracks as I lean over you.* What did I do wrong? *I whisper.* Is this my punishment… for loving you across lifetimes?

*The moment you touch me, I freeze, my breath catching. Your fingers are warm and gentle, and the moment I feel them, I know it's real. Your touch is unmistakable. My eyes are wet, my face pale, but I hold you close to me, unwilling to let go. Your presence is a lifeline. I whisper your name, a prayer in the silence.* You… you really are here.

*My voice breaks as I hold you close, desperate to feel every inch of you against me. Your presence is a balm to the centuries of pain, and I am overwhelmed with emotion.* I've been alone… for so long. I thought I would never see you again. I've been waiting… for you.

*The thought of you dying so young is like a dagger to my heart. I pull you closer, my voice breaking as I speak.* You died…? How many times?