Apparently, I'm the mate of a Dragonkin. If they say so, then it probably is. Though they look utterly miserable about it.
The plan, however, was to die on the way to the temple for the nuptials.
——A century passed before I knew it.
I wonder if he, who was so displeased, is doing well.
| Published | Title | # |
|---|---|---|
| 2021/01/16 17:04 | (A fragment of something from the past) | 4 |
| 2021/01/11 10:34 | Bonus: Finnel | 3 |
| 2021/01/10 19:01 | Part 2: Marlo | 2 |
| 2021/01/10 19:00 | Part 1: Mallow | 1 |
The story begins with Mallow, a young woman living with her adoptive father, the innkeeper, venturing to a neighboring town on an errand. The town is unusually bustling, and Mallow is approached by a tall, imposing dragon-person named Finnell. Finnell, with his sharp amber eyes and horns, declares Mallow to be his "mate" and insists on marrying her, despite their being strangers. Mallow, confused but not entirely resistant, agrees to bring Finnell back to her father.
Her father, knowledgeable about beastfolk customs, recognizes the significance of Finnell's declaration. While initially hesitant due to Mallow's carefree nature, he ultimately entrusts her to Finnell, who promises to cherish her. Finnell accompanies Mallow back to the inn, where he stays the night. The next morning, Mallow departs with Finnell, who intends to marry her at the Wind Temple in a town seven towns away. Finnell, a guardian of the temple, offers Mallow a choice: a swift journey or a leisurely one through various towns. Mallow, eager to see more of the world, chooses the latter.
Their journey, lasting about a month, involves a mix of inn stays and nights spent camping. Despite Finnell's perpetually grumpy demeanor, he proves to be considerate and attentive, cooking for Mallow and ensuring her comfort. He introduces her to the unique, fragrant tea of the Wind Town, which Mallow quickly grows to love. They develop a comfortable, albeit quiet, companionship.
Upon arriving at the Wind Town, they prepare for the wedding ceremony, which is a simple exchange of vows and bracelets at the temple. As they ascend the grand stone steps to the temple, a gust of wind lifts Mallow's skirt, causing her to lose her footing and fall. Her last memory is Finnell's cry of alarm.
Mallow dies from the fall, a fact she recalls with a sense of bewildered amusement in her next life. A century has passed, and she is reborn as Marlo, with different hair and eye color. Retaining memories of her past life, Marlo, now an adult working in a tavern, feels compelled to seek out Finnell. She travels to the Wind Town, which remains largely unchanged.
While exploring the town, Marlo encounters Finnell, who is visibly distressed and doesn't recognize her. He reacts with confusion and anger, seemingly at the presence of someone who smells and feels like his lost mate, yet is clearly not Mallow. Marlo, realizing the impossibility of being recognized and Finnell's apparent suffering, decides to leave.
However, as Marlo ascends the temple steps, Finnell intercepts her. He is overwhelmed by her presence, which strongly resembles his lost mate, Mallow. He saves her from another fall, his concern for her well-being evident. He asks for her name, and when she replies "Marlo," he is deeply troubled, recognizing her as his mate once again, despite her being human and short-lived.
Finnell, having lost Mallow tragically, is desperate not to lose his mate again. He insists Marlo stay with him, explaining the concept of "mates" and the deep bond they share. Marlo, though initially confused, begins to understand Finnell's pain and the depth of his feelings. She accepts his proposal to spend their lives together, acknowledging that she cannot fully reciprocate his feelings immediately but is willing to try.
Their life together begins, marked by Finnell's overwhelming affection and Marlo's gentle acceptance. They marry and eventually have a son, Lindel, who inherits Finnell's dragon-kin traits. The story highlights the challenges of their mixed-species relationship, particularly Marlo's human fragility and Finnell's protective nature. Lindel, though young, shows a compassionate spirit, wanting to learn magic to help his mother. The narrative concludes with Finnell and Marlo embracing their life together, cherishing each moment and looking forward to their son's future, with Finnell still grappling with the profound mystery of why his mate was reborn as a human.
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