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[Surprisingly enough it doesn't even occur to Archer that she could feel jealous. He worries that she could get hurt on their behalf, seeing one of them with someone else. His expression softens as he covers her hand with his.]

It does indeed. I promise you the same.

[ She gives his arm a gentle squeeze at that before tucking her hands behind her back and rocking on her heels, giving him a knowing smile. ]

So. What about you and I?

[Archer recognizes all the warning signs and steels himself. She can be as bad as Caster from time to time. Yet again Yona manages to surprise him.

During their meeting in the dream she has reminded him of his sister, which, in turn, made him feel protective. Their meeting in the waking world has strenghtened his resolve. As Archer got to know her better he realized she's brave, smart and soft spoken, willing to fight for her ideals and apt to forget her own needs so focused she was on helping others.]

You're as brave as you are beautiful, Yona. I admire that quality in you.

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[ She blinks in surprise at his answer, and then flushes a little at the compliment, clearly caught off-guard. ]

Ahh, that... that wasn't entirely what I meant, but thank you. I admire you a great deal as well, Archer. But our Bond...? Is it... something you'd wish to continue? [ She hates how uncertain she sounds as she asks him that, and she quickly rushes on to try and cover it up. ] You don't have to, of course! I don't want you to feel like you need to offer as well, if only because Caster did.

[ She's babbling. It's nerves. He should probably stop her soon, otherwise this is going to get really embarrassing. ]

[Archer smiles softly as he reaches to her through their Bond with reassurance and warmth. Taking a step forward he pulls her into embrace. Perhaps it's his protective instinct.]

I want to, Yona. I treasure our Bond greatly and I feel honored by your offer.

[ She's a little surprised to be drawn into a hug, but she doesn't resist. it feels nice. Warm. And the emotions he sends through their Bond echo the warmth of that embrace. She hadn't even realized that was possible until just now, to feel a hug in more ways that one. But she melts into it with a smile, even as she tips her head back to study his face seriously.

Caster she had no trouble reading most of the time. As blithe and deflective as he could be, he gave away plenty of hints if one knew where to look for them - between the words he spouted and in his eyes, for example. But Archer was often more reserved. Stoic. Many times Yona felt like she was still guessing at his thoughts and moods, which meant she was never fully sure about where she stood.

This, though. This was nice. ]

You're certain?

[It's true that Archer is still used to hiding his feelings. There are certain tells, though. His grey eyes are warm when he doesn't hide behind the frown. He's becoming more relaxed around her, using flippant gestures and sharing his feelings freely.

There's more, easy to notice when he's at his most relaxed. Usually when he's cooking. It's crystal clear that preparing food is no duty but what he does genuinely enjoy. How Archer always ensures there's her favourite tea and snacks for both whenever she comes to study with Caster. How he makes lunchboxes for both of them when they share classes at the Coven. How her lunch is shaped into cute forest critters whenever she needs cheering.]

I'm certain.

[ She can feel the warmth that rises to her cheeks as she lets those words sink in. Reassuring. Momentarily shy, she licks her lips before offering him a fond smile. ]

Then I'd be honored to have you as my Bonded, Archer.

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