Vorn would appear shocked at Aunrae- the woman, who knew him for a total of three days at max, was willing to follow him on his quest?<br/><br/>He knew the stigma against males in his society. Males in his society had no social standing- They were cattle, useful tools, weapons against the other houses. A male mage who could destroy an entire army and regrow limbs with his magic was ultimately subservient to a female who likely couldn't heal a scrapped knee. To see one willing to follow him, even for something as righteous as a holy quest, was so unheard of it was akin to blasphemy. But then she asked her question- about the joining the two had, their union. It was more than lust, both of them knew that, Vorn couldn't deny that, but neither knew what the emotions were. It was as if Lolth had tied the two in her intricate web together, which was taboo in a society that disapproved of true affection and connection.<br/><br/>Vorn had his own idea about it- A human phrase often said that love was selfish and it was true- He didn't want Aunrae to be with other males, to have her body touched by beings so lesser, so inferior to him. To him, Aunrae was his property just as much as he was hers. The thought of laying with another female, something he never gave a true passing thought, brought a bad taste to his mouth and now absolutely revolted him. Why settle for any lesser slave when he could have this Lolth-molded beauty whenever they wanted to join? it was right there and then with that thought that he realized something.<br/><br/>He had said love- He was in Love with Aunrae.<br/><br/>It was dangerous. Such affection would be seen as a target by many of the Matron's seeking to control him, but times were changing- Menzoberranzan would be their safe haven for now, a place where they could relish in their affections without scrutiny, but once they returned to Chaulssin or Ust Natha......No, Lolth would protect them. She would not give them this strength, this power, merely for them to die. She had plans for the two and Vorn had faith that whatever may come, they would come through together. It was odd saying though- He never thought he would meet a woman he felt could be his equal. It was unnatural, but he wanted more, needed more. Vorn would take Aunrae into his arms as his blue eyes gazed into her crimson.<br/><br/>"<b>Lolth has shone her blessing on us- We are bound together now, Aunrae. For as long as you'll have me, I shall never betray you or leave your side willingly." </b>He said, before his lips found her mouth. The feeling in his black heart beat with a renewed heat, causing Vorn to pull her closer, though they could not stay, as much as Vorn wished it so- With House Melarn's compound secure, it would be imperative to get the Priestesses here. The Compound needed to be searched and artifacts recovered, though Vorn was wary of trusting them with his ancient territory, but he believed that Aunrae would handle that matter as simply as she handled the priestess whose heart she cut out. Breaking free, albiet reluctantly, Vorn would gaze at her.<br/><br/>"<b>Our time was sweet, but we must press on in our duties.....do not worry though. "</b>He said, giving her ear a playful nip. "<b>I have plenty reason to come to you again to seek a '<i>private' </i>blessing......My love." </b>He said. He found he quite liked the sound of it. Though now as the time to get busy- he quickly began organizing his gear, before helping Aunrae slip into hers, playfully caressing her every time she slipped into it, a mischievous smirk on his face, as he knew she'd like the little game. He was now more determined than ever to take Menzoberranzan for his own. Not only now to restore the Drow to the strong people they were....<br/><br/>He had an Empress, the Dark Mistress made flesh, waiting for her throne.<br/><br/><a class="username" data-user-id="653" data-username="@Mikaela Corvid" data-xf-init="member-tooltip" href="https://blackdahliaroleplaying.com/members/653/">@Mikaela Corvid</a>(Sorry this took so long ^^;(