[Listening to Annie helped distract Altair from how stressful the situation was and his racing heart slowed down a little as they talked.]
Of course I'll worry about you. You're really important to me Annie and I would rather worry more then have you get hurt because you are trying to protect me. Would you feel less lonely if came over more often?
Technically he already did, she just didn't know about it since he stayed hidden. He felt a bit guilty about his well meaning stalking but he still felt like it was necessary in a dangerous place like this. He didn't want anyone else to get hurt like Peace and Jongdae did. He would feel better if he didn't have to hide it though and he could spend more time with Annie instead.]
[ Annie feels dumb because of all the things he could say? Altair says he's going to worry for her and that she is important to him. Of course she is, part of her mind rationalizes. He tried so hard at the party. Annie just bobs her head. ]
I haven't seen Shirou. Coraline is gone too. I keep... I keep loosing people once I let them get close.
[ Annie sniffs to try to avoid crying on him and instead props her head against his chest. ]
Please. I don't want to lose you too. You're important to me. Not just because I'm lonely a lot. Sometimes when I can't sleep I end up sending dumb messages to people's inboxes. Once I think I told Inspector Javert I was being stalked by a turkey.... in my defense they're evil.
[ She's babbling again. How does he do this to her? ]
[Altair tensed slightly as Annie talked. Her words were painfully familiar. He was haunted by the same thing. Every time things were going well in his life, something terrible happened and he lost someone. His old best friend, his mother and Vega, Arrakis, and Skylar. Even Bellatrix and Sirius hadn't been completely spared but at least they were still alive, or at least they were when he last saw them. He had no idea what happened to them after he was trapped here. Every one of them were a precious light that made the darkness easier. His fear of betrayal wasn't the only reason he never let anyone close. That precious light was fragile and easily snuffed out. Knowing Annie felt the same way made his heart ache and he embraced her tighter.]
You won't lose me. I'm ridiculously stubborn remember? Nothing has managed to get rid of me yet and I have no intention of losing now.
[If the fog god tried to trap him in the sea of stars he would just have to find a way to break back out. He kept that part to himself though. He didn't want to hurt Annie more by bringing up the possibility that he might disappear one day.]
You can talk to me anytime you get lonely. I'm usually awake at night.
[ It's funny, but Altair is making her own fear shrink. She looks up at his face again enjoying how safe he makes her feel. It's enough to make her cheeks glow with happiness. ]
I just try so hard not to let things get me down. I keep trying to get close to people because I hate... I hate feeling alone. I just... also really like being around you. A lot.
[ Because of their feelings for each other. It's unsaid but there is a look in her eyes. Given the chance Annie would absolutely kiss him again. ]
Would that make us insomnia buddies? I... wouldn't mind.
[Altair might like that and his heart beat sped up at her suggestion. He already knew Annie liked him so he shouldn't have been worried, but it always made him happy when people actually liked being around him and his smile grew brighter. Annie was so bright and he was incredibly happy someone as amazing as her chose to be with someone like him. It was Annie's fault for bringing it up but he really wanted to kiss her right now. He never thought he would wish he wasn't flying but he did right now. Luckily Annie's question distracted him and his eyes narrowed slightly.]
Sort of. I do have trouble sleeping,
[He didn't want Annie to worry about the terrible nightmares that plagued his sleep but he didn't want to lie either so he just left it at that.]
but I'm also a troll so I'm mostly awake at night to avoid the sun.
Good to know I should plan for moonlight picnics instead.
[ Is she flirting with him still? Oh yes. The idea of him joining her somewhere with just the stars and moon to keep them company feels very romantic. ]
I have nightmares. I... thought by now they would fade.
[ Her voice goes very soft. Her face is resting against him and Annie feels comforted just by being close to him. ]
[Altair's eyes narrowed with a haunted understanding. He was glad Annie couldn't see his expression right now. He knew he couldn't chase away her nightmares but he wanted to give her some comfort at least, not something else to worry about. He didn't have much time to think about it. Annie's casual observation put him instantly on alert.]
What?
[Altair stiffened, his heart rate spiking with worry as he snapped his head up to look around. His eyes narrowed when he saw the clouds ahead of them breaking up and he muttered a curse in the same unfamiliar language as before as he wrapped his arms around Annie in a protective embrace.]
Hold on tight. This is going to get...
[The clouds right above them broke apart, hitting them with a bright ray of sun. The rest of his words were lost under a dizzying fog as the sun quickly drained away his energy. His wings suddenly felt heavy and he desperately tried to summon enough strength to escape the cloud break. With a powerful thrust of his wings he managed to escape the searing rays but the effort had taken it's toll. Altair's breathing was uneven and his wings shook with the strain of keeping them airborne. They started to dangerously droop and his eyes threatened to close.]
...Shit
[He used the last bit of strength he had to wrap his wings protectively around Annie before they started to fall.]
[ Annie finds herself tight against him. What is happening? She manages to turn her head slightly to get a better look and dread fills her. This is one of those times in which she wishes that she was wrong. Annie clutches to him, trying to not be a hindrance. ]
Shit!
[ Too bad she can't help! Annie yelps when they start to drop. She could feel him trembling. Annie wanted to say something, but the words are caught in her throat. When they the ground it is hard and Annie cries out as two of her back legs drag roughly through the dirt and wet grass. She manages to save her tail from dragging as they tumble and roll. Somehow, Annie ends up half covering Altair. Annie reaches to touch his face, concerned he is hurt, when the sun starts to come out.
Annie hisses in rage at the sky before fumbling for her bag and pulls out an umbrella, opening it up over them to protect the man she is almost in love with. ]
[Altair didn't answer her at first, he was too weak to open his eyes and Annie's voice sounded muffled, like he was underwater. Did they fall in the lake?! His expression twisted with pain at the harrowing thought and his panic gave him just enough energy to open his eyes and Annie's worried face came into focus.]
Annie?
[He let his head tiredly fall to the side with a huge sigh of relief. His mind was just playing tricks on him. He was fine. He winced in pain when he tried to move. Ow. Everything hurt but at least he was still alive. He gave Annie a small reassuring smile.]
[ She can't help but almost sag onto him. The umbrella she is trying to use to shield him wavers slightly. Somehow nothing bad happens. Her hair falls against his cheek as she tries to see just how hurt he is. ]
A little bruised probably, I don't care. You took most of that fall. I.... I....
[ Annie sniffs, trying to banish away any tears threatening to come out. ]
[Altair's tired eyes narrowed at Annie's reaction. He felt guilty for making her worry, especially after she told him how scared she was of losing him. His arm felt heavy and Altair tried not to wince at the pain as he slowly reached up to touch Annie's cheek with a weak smile.]
I told you, I won't die that easy. I'll be fine but I'm sorry I worried you. I should have paid more attention. I'm glad you are okay.
[ She's already so deeply wound up due to how she feels. Annie leans into his hand just a bit, breathing in and out to try and calm herself down. ]
I... How do we get inside? I can keep you safe with my umbrella, I think. Also you're okay. Seriously. You came to make sure I was safe and.... and made sure it wasn't so bad. I don't think I could fight everything off on my own.
[Holding his arm up hurt but he kept it there a little longer so he could feel Annie's warmth, before trying to sit up with a quiet groan as he tried to hide the pain.]
The umbrella should work. Now that I'm not being fried by the sun, I'll be fine.
[Well, mostly anyway but it wasn't the first time he had to push through being battered and bruised. It was fine and he didn't want Annie to worry any more than he already had.]
Where did we land anyway? I think we were close to the house when we fell.
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Of course I'll worry about you. You're really important to me Annie and I would rather worry more then have you get hurt because you are trying to protect me. Would you feel less lonely if came over more often?
Technically he already did, she just didn't know about it since he stayed hidden. He felt a bit guilty about his well meaning stalking but he still felt like it was necessary in a dangerous place like this. He didn't want anyone else to get hurt like Peace and Jongdae did. He would feel better if he didn't have to hide it though and he could spend more time with Annie instead.]
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[ Annie feels dumb because of all the things he could say? Altair says he's going to worry for her and that she is important to him. Of course she is, part of her mind rationalizes. He tried so hard at the party. Annie just bobs her head. ]
I haven't seen Shirou. Coraline is gone too. I keep... I keep loosing people once I let them get close.
[ Annie sniffs to try to avoid crying on him and instead props her head against his chest. ]
Please. I don't want to lose you too. You're important to me. Not just because I'm lonely a lot. Sometimes when I can't sleep I end up sending dumb messages to people's inboxes. Once I think I told Inspector Javert I was being stalked by a turkey.... in my defense they're evil.
[ She's babbling again. How does he do this to her? ]
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You won't lose me. I'm ridiculously stubborn remember? Nothing has managed to get rid of me yet and I have no intention of losing now.
[If the fog god tried to trap him in the sea of stars he would just have to find a way to break back out. He kept that part to himself though. He didn't want to hurt Annie more by bringing up the possibility that he might disappear one day.]
You can talk to me anytime you get lonely. I'm usually awake at night.
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[ It's funny, but Altair is making her own fear shrink. She looks up at his face again enjoying how safe he makes her feel. It's enough to make her cheeks glow with happiness. ]
I just try so hard not to let things get me down. I keep trying to get close to people because I hate... I hate feeling alone. I just... also really like being around you. A lot.
[ Because of their feelings for each other. It's unsaid but there is a look in her eyes. Given the chance Annie would absolutely kiss him again. ]
Would that make us insomnia buddies? I... wouldn't mind.
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Sort of. I do have trouble sleeping,
[He didn't want Annie to worry about the terrible nightmares that plagued his sleep but he didn't want to lie either so he just left it at that.]
but I'm also a troll so I'm mostly awake at night to avoid the sun.
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[ Is she flirting with him still? Oh yes. The idea of him joining her somewhere with just the stars and moon to keep them company feels very romantic. ]
I have nightmares. I... thought by now they would fade.
[ Her voice goes very soft. Her face is resting against him and Annie feels comforted just by being close to him. ]
I... Hey wait. Is the rain slowing down?
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What?
[Altair stiffened, his heart rate spiking with worry as he snapped his head up to look around. His eyes narrowed when he saw the clouds ahead of them breaking up and he muttered a curse in the same unfamiliar language as before as he wrapped his arms around Annie in a protective embrace.]
Hold on tight. This is going to get...
[The clouds right above them broke apart, hitting them with a bright ray of sun. The rest of his words were lost under a dizzying fog as the sun quickly drained away his energy. His wings suddenly felt heavy and he desperately tried to summon enough strength to escape the cloud break. With a powerful thrust of his wings he managed to escape the searing rays but the effort had taken it's toll. Altair's breathing was uneven and his wings shook with the strain of keeping them airborne. They started to dangerously droop and his eyes threatened to close.]
...Shit
[He used the last bit of strength he had to wrap his wings protectively around Annie before they started to fall.]
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[ Annie finds herself tight against him. What is happening? She manages to turn her head slightly to get a better look and dread fills her. This is one of those times in which she wishes that she was wrong. Annie clutches to him, trying to not be a hindrance. ]
Shit!
[ Too bad she can't help! Annie yelps when they start to drop. She could feel him trembling. Annie wanted to say something, but the words are caught in her throat. When they the ground it is hard and Annie cries out as two of her back legs drag roughly through the dirt and wet grass. She manages to save her tail from dragging as they tumble and roll. Somehow, Annie ends up half covering Altair. Annie reaches to touch his face, concerned he is hurt, when the sun starts to come out.
Annie hisses in rage at the sky before fumbling for her bag and pulls out an umbrella, opening it up over them to protect the man she is almost in love with. ]
Altair? Please. Please be alright.
(cw: vague drowning mention)
Annie?
[He let his head tiredly fall to the side with a huge sigh of relief. His mind was just playing tricks on him. He was fine. He winced in pain when he tried to move. Ow. Everything hurt but at least he was still alive. He gave Annie a small reassuring smile.]
Sorry for the rough landing. Are you okay?
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[ She can't help but almost sag onto him. The umbrella she is trying to use to shield him wavers slightly. Somehow nothing bad happens. Her hair falls against his cheek as she tries to see just how hurt he is. ]
A little bruised probably, I don't care. You took most of that fall. I.... I....
[ Annie sniffs, trying to banish away any tears threatening to come out. ]
I told you I don't want to lose you. Stupid sun.
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I told you, I won't die that easy. I'll be fine but I'm sorry I worried you. I should have paid more attention. I'm glad you are okay.
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[ She's already so deeply wound up due to how she feels. Annie leans into his hand just a bit, breathing in and out to try and calm herself down. ]
I... How do we get inside? I can keep you safe with my umbrella, I think. Also you're okay. Seriously. You came to make sure I was safe and.... and made sure it wasn't so bad. I don't think I could fight everything off on my own.
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The umbrella should work. Now that I'm not being fried by the sun, I'll be fine.
[Well, mostly anyway but it wasn't the first time he had to push through being battered and bruised. It was fine and he didn't want Annie to worry any more than he already had.]
Where did we land anyway? I think we were close to the house when we fell.