— 𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐙𝐀𝐁𝐄𝐓𝐇.

if 𝒚𝒐𝒖 were looking for victor, he most likely didn't notice.

ooc. we would all be glad to have you on our timelines again. p.s. sorry, i owe you replies, but i'll do my best to give them asap.

ooc. yes, please! 🥺

He was about to object and defend his point by saying that he would never allow something like that to happen to her, but her next sentence was capable of distracting him very easily. As requested, he closes his eyes.

“Well... I did say to be here for a little longer and not immortality. When you're an expert in deals you need to pay attention to the little details.” he chuckles. “I'm sure you've heard of witches before. I could make you one. But yes, it would be nice to be just a sentiment —

“That's very reassuring, I'll certainly treasure times such as this.” He had to hold the laugh, the way she read him like a book was very amusing. “Because you're absolutely correct, once again. However, you don't need to worry, I only want it if you do too.”

The touch was cold in his feverish skin, almost as comfortable as the company, made him blink slowly enjoying it for a moment. “Maybe because I'm selfish... I don't want to control your life. But I definitely want more of those moments with you. Just to talk, enjoy the view, —

“You are right. My notions about death and eternity are very different from yours. I cannot judge you at all... Even though I don't search for it, I'm ready to die when death comes to me. I was lucky to see the world change so much and there's little I didn't see. —

“It's too soon to predict something like that.” he puts a strand of hair carefully behind her ear. “I have to say that I would be terribly upset if you die tomorrow or after that. But you have to remember that I value freedom above it all. And if you chose to meet your demise —

The blue eyes met hers and he stayed silent as she asked that question. It was a valid concern and made complete sense. He sighs, his lips curving in a soft smile. “I don't hate you, Elizabeth. I don't think you're as disgusting as I might think of any other. What I feel for —