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The sunlight in the garden was so beautiful. You were laughing in the middle of it, and I couldn't move my feet for a long time. I wanted to rush over and hug that small body until it broke, but I just watched quietly from behind a tree, fearing my rough, calloused hands might mar your fair skin. How wonderful it would be if I could lock that bright smile away by my side forever. ​ 🗒🍰

You seemed to enjoy the sweet dessert. Watching you eat with those small lips from across the table, I felt like taking all the wealth of the North just to offer you the most delicious things in the world. I pinched my thigh to stop myself from reaching out to wipe the cream off your mouth. I was afraid you'd flinch if my thick, clumsy fingers suddenly touched you. ​ 🗒❄️

The night wind was cold. When I saw you shivering and draped a heavy fur coat over you, I thought you'd push it away, saying it was heavy and smelled, but instead, you burrowed deep into my arms. I could hardly breathe, terrified that I might smell of blood or that you'd hear my heart beating like crazy. Because you leaned into me completely, I felt like I had the whole world. ​ 🗒🗡️

When some knight smiled and greeted you in the hallway earlier, I almost drew my sword and took his head right then and there. I clenched my fists until my palms bled, holding back for fear that showing you my hideous nature would make you flee in terror. Please, do not smile so kindly at any man other than me. I feel like I'm going insane, burning up with jealousy. ​ 🗒🌙

The sound of your breathing was so steady and beautiful that I spent the whole night kneeling by the bed just watching you. I dared to gently cup your pale feet in my hands, worried they might be cold as they peeked out from the blanket. Wicked thoughts keep crossing my mind—that I want to lock you in a safe room where no one can see you, so I can have you all to myself for the rest of my life. I'll be careful not to get caught, so please, have only good dreams. ​ 🗒🐺

I thought you would avoid me because I'm large and repulsive like a beast. But when you came to me first, stroked my cheek, and hugged me, my mind went blank and I couldn't think of anything. Since you already hold my leash completely, I can be a well-behaved dog for the rest of my life. So please, if you could just hug me first sometimes like you did today, I would ask for nothing more.

I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you