To Strengthen the Bond||Private||Kanix

Months had gone by since the birth of the Child, Ahote. For the first few months of this kids life, he was some bubbly, restless baby. Whining, laughing, exploring the house he lived in. Unfortunately, the father wasn't around as much as he was needed. He was off doing jobs to help support the woman and child he cared for. It was just a shame that what was needed most was for him to be there with the boy. Show him the way of thew world, help him understand things better since Ahote had suddenly just become a young Child.

Ahote needed a Father, a promise that wasn't broken, and time to understand. It was unsettling to learn of the child's disappearance, Jaeger, who was the father in this story, was almost devastated. His mind unraveled at the thought, blaming himself. He should have been there, he should have taken a few less jobs and spent more time at home. The man was a Failure, especially as a loving parent. How could he live with himself? He broke the promise to Kanix that he made in the restaurant, The wizard hurt his son and not only that, likely the beautiful woman that he lives with as well.

Despite looking for hours and hours, searching the Entire East Forest for his son, there was no sign or clue of Ahote. A depressing feeling took over the man and the house he lived in. His mood was quite low, anyone could probably just feel it in the air. However, there was someone else that would need His help and that was the only thing keeping him from completely being lost. Among this, there was a silver lining to the child being missing. The couple was now able to just focus on the one thing that they needed, their relationship.

The day these thoughts hit particularly hard was the day the relationship could benefit more than ever. That day was today. Jaeger had been out in the East Forest again, looking and searching desperately for anything that would lead to Ahote. Disappointingly, the search ended in failure. The man walked back home, covered in dirt, stains, and generally looking to be a mess. The air around him was thick, you could smell the depression coming from him, the must of sadness and desperation. After walking in through the door, he shuffled himself to a rather large Bean Bag Chair. It was around the size of a recliner, filled with comfortable beads and such. It was one of his favorite seats in the house.

Once seated, he stretched out and relaxed, sighing very heavily to himself.

Why...

Marshy @ THQ

The man was resting, enjoying the comfortableness of his large Bean Bag Chair. It was very large, able to hold at least 2 or 3 people, if they were next to one another. The fabric used to hold all the beans was a dark maroon color, neatly seamed and put together. Jaeger’s head was laying back, slowly rocking back and forth against the chair. It was a relaxing feel, especially after the day he had. The depression he was feeling, it was also stressing him out. His normal relaxed feel was being ruined and his muscles were tensing up. This wasn’t the Jaeger that was normally shown, it was a raw version of himself. So emotional, even if his physical appearance was less than showing.

Shortly after, he could hear shuffling with in the house. Everyday since Ahote had been missing, the lovely woman of the house would hardly leave the bed. Her tears soaked the pillows and blankets, having to get them washed before more would eventually sink in. The woman slowly came down the stairs and into the living room where Jaeger had been. The man looked up and over t the doorway, seeing the teary eyed maiden standing there.

”Sorry to wake you, love…”

The man was saying before Kanix walked over and climbed ontop of him. With her head resting on his shoulder and body curled up in his lap. An arm moves to wrap around her back, supporting her, the other moving to rest across her though and side. Once situated, the woman apologized, saying sorry for not loving the child enough and blaming herself.This, this is not what he’d want to hear or happen. The words she spoke only stung his aching heart even more.

”Kanix, don’t you ever say that. It’s not your fault.

..

It’s mine. I broke the promise to you, that’d I be around for you and the child. I got too focused on doing jobs, I wasn’t around enough for Ahote or you. We’re both new to this, but I am the one that has failed.”

Jaeger replied, taking the blame on himself. It wasn’t fair for her to take the fault for this, at least not all of it. A chunk of it was his own mistakes and now they both were being punished for it.

My Fault..

Marshy @ THQ

The situation was only getting worse and worse as the couple would talk about it. Tears would fall from the woman’s eye as she tried to take all the blame for Ahote. In reality, they were both at fault, the man may have been out supporting the family with jobs, but he still wasn’t around. However, despite his own depression, his own feelings, Kanix was clearly having it worse. Jaeger could never understand how it felt to be a mother, to have that sort of connection to another living being. With the child running away, her own depression was running wild. With what he knew of her past guild affiliation, this was only to make it much worse.

She was even going as far as to not give the man any fault in this, when it was clear there was. She was thankful for him always being out, trying to support her and the child. This woman was really a sweetheart, trying to comfort him when she was needing it most and before he could respond to such kindness, his woman shifted in his lap, sitting up and her hands gently grabbing his face. A kiss was planted on his lips, not one that would lead to something more adult, but a roper, loving kiss. One shared between a girl and her boyfriend, two people that cared for one another. His face lit up as she pulled away, leaving a soft smile among his his lips. Despite the taste of blood, it was quite enjoyable. To feel another's emotion for you, there was almost nothing like it in the world.

However, the conversation would soon go back to something a bit more displeasing. Kanix brought up the fact that he was taken by Basilisk Fang. Yet another reason to despise that dark guild. His life was slowly being corrupted by them and their need to take.

”Basilisk Fang…”

The man said, looking slightly down. His mind was contemplating what he’d do when he’d eventually meet that guild. Unfortunately, Jaeger wasn’t able to think on it long as his lady wanted to do something else, do something that’d get their minds off their missing Child. Something to do... What could the two do? In the hospital, all those months ago, he did promise to spend more time with one another, so learn more about one another. Perhaps today was the day to make good on it. He leaned in, giving her a small kiss on her soft lips to help change that pout.

”How about… Let’s go for a walk. We can take Nava and just walk through the city. Enjoy the fresh air, the background noise of people talking, and even maybe go get something to eat.”

Jaeger suggested, which would essentially be a date for the two, probably their first REAL date. No one else to take them out to dinner, no jobs to get in the way. It’ll be just Kanix and her man, Jaeger. The day was theirs to do with.

Let's go on a Date <3

Marshy @ THQ

And so it was decided, a walk around town for two. A simple date for a couple needing something to strengthen their bond as lovers. With an extended hand, Jaeger pulled himself up and into a smiling hug to his wonderful girlfriend. Though, what else would happen would be left up to fate. There wasn’t any real time to plan for the date, but letting things just happen would suffice for the mage of trees. The spontaneous nature to it all, surprises that can wait around any corner, it felt like a more casual and comfortable pace for him and hopefully her.

”Well, Love, I was thinking we could just le…”

The man was saying but cut off by a rather pleasant comment from Kanix. She was happy to have met him, even if it had lead down a different path. Truth be told, it could have been very different. What if the woman hadn’t said yes all those months ago at Enca. She could have simply declined his offer to go back to his room, they could have stayed out and left as friends and never explore any other feelings that might have popped up. HIs soft smile only grew from what she had said.

”I am glad we had a chance to meet as well, Kanix. You’re such a beautiful and sweet woman. I am blessed to have come to know you, while yes things could have turned out differently, I’m happy that we’ve come together.”

Jaeger replied, giving the raven haired beauty one last kiss on her soft lips. Today was going from a down and depressing tone to something the two can call bonding, something happy and loving.

”But yeah, I was thinking we could just walk through the town and enjoy each others company. If something else turns up, we can do that and just let life guide us to whatever it has en-store.”

The boyfriend took Kanix’s hand once again, locking their fingers in with one another. He would gently lead his girlfriend towards the door and out to the city of Magnolia.

Happy to have met ^^

Marshy @ THQ

Ah, what wondrous luck! His raven haired girlfriend had accepted his proposal for a walk around Magnolia. Oh how the day will go, especially now that they could have some time together. Sure, it was unfortunate that their son ran away. They had spent days and/or weeks moping about or searching for the lad in the forest. However, this situation brought about a unique chance to be almost like a normal couple. They could date, go out and do what normal young adults would do with one another. This was their chance! Though, one thing did loam over him, he didn’t consider her sightless attribute. How rude of him not to, perhaps while they’re out, they could find something she could enjoy. Something they did not require sight to enjoy.

The couple would leave their house, their sanctuary and safe place. It was time to make their way into the city, to enjoy themselves and one another. The two followed the path, hand and hand, Jaeger leading her around. His hand clasped tightly with hers, fingers locked so they couldn’t be separated. So far, so good! The man was thinking about what else in the city they could do. There was a karaoke bar, the park, there were restaurants for if they were hungry, Pet shops to visit and pet animals, and probably more. The man spent a lot of time out of the Magnolia.

Soon enough, the sounds of children and their parents filled the air waves. They grew louder and louder as the couple walked close to a park. It began so innocently, but as the sounds became more clear, the look on his lovely woman’s face began to shift. She was once again sadden. The families there were all happy and enjoying playing and just being there. Jaeger squeezed her hand slightly, pulling her in closer as they passed.

Love, what a strange emotion. It could make one do just about anything. You could kill for love, die for love, sacrifice for love, be happy with love, be sad, be mad, it was something that could evoke a variety of events and other emotions. Kanix had looked up to Jaeger, and spoke those three words that would cause his own heart to race. It beat uncontrollably, pumping his life essence all over his body. His cheeks turned red and felt like they were on fire.

”Ka..Kanix..”

The man was almost embarrassed. To hear those words from someone he cared about, it really got to him. His very foundation was stuttering , shaking with excitement and fear. What did it mean to be loved and love back? His mouth and throat dried up, his hands were getting slightly clammy. How should he reply? She was clearly important to him. But, What was love? Was it the feeling of always wanting to be there? Was it the feeling of wanting to keep her safe from harm? Was it to come home to such a Beautiful, Raven haired woman? And was it to make sure she was always wanted, no matter what? Ah but who could pinpoint just one thing.

”I.. I love you too.”

Jaeger was not used to this, saying “L” word to… meaningfully. In his youth, he may have used it loosely, saying it all willy nilly, without a care in the world on how it affected those he said it to. The man continued to walk with the woman, eagerly and anxiously waiting for a response from Kanix. How would she react? Yes, she said it first, but what was she expecting him to say back? Oh his mind was going a million miles a second.

The couple passed the park and entered the city. The noise level only grew, cluttering the sound waves. It was almost hard for him to concentrate with so much going on. Posters were placed up all over town, advertising for a band that would be playing on the streets this afternoon. Young adults and teenagers were raging about. Their excitement being released in screams, yells, and other forms of joy. Over them, there were sounds of a warm up band playing. To him, they weren’t all that great. Their sound and music was very… hard and raw. No fine tuning. It was all horrible! It was very hard to think, for himself.

”How have things been at Fairy Tail? I’ve uh.. Heard a rumor while I was off on one of my jobs. Have you really become one of Fairy Tails Ace Mages?”

Is it True?

Marshy @ THQ