forum Mermaid romance (one-on-one//closed)

Started September 16, 2018 by @ElderGod-Carrots

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Arria’s heart broke slightly when he looked back to Carter, wiping away one of his tears, “Carter please, please just tell me,” He begged quietly, “You know I’m not going to hate you for whatever you’re going to say…”

“I-I know,” Carter managed to get out, his tears beginning to cascade out of his eyes. He furiously wiped them away. “I-I- I don’t want- I don’t want- want you to- to- t-to get hurt because of- be-because of me anymore, a-and-“ Carter dissolved into a mess of sobs quicker than he could stop himself. He pressed his face into his hands, trying to gather the strength to say the rest.

Arria wrapped his arms around Carter’s neck, shushing him softly, “Hey, hey I need you to breathe for me love, you’re okay, it’s okay.” He ran a hand through his hair gently.

Carter took a few seconds to take a few deeps breaths, then tried again, “F-First it was the crazy lady, and then I couldn’t swim fast enough or get to y-you fast enough when Y-Yu- th-the prince’s guards attacked, and- y-ou could’ve died.” Carter wiped at his tears again, “A-And it would’ve been m-my fault.” His voice broke on the word ‘fault’. His voice turned into a whisper when he continued, “S-So I-I- What if I- if I l-left? Thenyoucan’tgethurtbecauseofmeanymoreandyoucouldforgetaboutmeandbehappy-“ Carter cried, once again dissolving into tears. Because if he left, Arria could be safe. Because maybe humans and merpeople weren’t supposed to fall in love. Despite every bone in his body, deep down he felt like his had to leave for Arria to be truly safe.

Arria took a minute to process everything Carter had said, mind going a million miles an hour before he said, “You’re the biggest idiot I know Carter. You do know that, right?” He sighed, shaking his head, “None of what has happened has been your fault. And I swear on the seven seas if you so much as think that it is again I won’t hesitate to back hand you across the face.”
Arria kissed him softly, using the pad of his thumbs to wipe away more of Carter’s tears, “I’ve nearly lost you too many times already, I’ll be damned if I lose you again.” He whispered, “I love you too much.”

Carter couldn’t help himself, he pressed his face into Arria’s soft, warm chest and gave in. He loved him. He loved Arria so damn much. “I love you too.” Carter said onto Arria’s chest, hugging him tighter. He couldn’t even bear the thought of leaving Arria anymore. “I-I don’t think I could even l-live without you,” He confessed, his tear finally beginning to slow as he held onto Arria like holding on to life.

Arria snuggled into Carter, holding him just as tight, “Me neither.” He rested his chin on top of Carter’s head, closing his eyes and taking a few deep breaths. He couldn’t lose Carter, not now and not ever, he wouldn’t allow it. He loved him so much he knew he’d be heartbroken if he left. He tried to clear his head of those thoughts.

“I’m sorry,” Carter whispered, relaxing more in Arria’s arms. He loved Arria more than he liked to breathe. “I’m sorry for lying to you.” He knew Arria would convince him not to leave. He was glad of it.

Arria sighed softly, “I forgive you.” He replied. He could never be mad at Carter, it was impossible to be.

Carter smiled onto Arria’s chest, “What would I have done without you?” He closed his eyes, sniffling just a little bit still. “I may be a bit of an idiot, but I’m your idiot.” Carter let out a quiet laugh, snuggling close so he could listen to Arria’s heartbeat.

Arria shrugged a shoulder, rubbing his fingers through Carter’s hair. He knew he couldn’t do it for much longer, the movement hurting his arms, “No idea… but you are definitely my idiot.”

“Thank you Arria… For being you. I love you,” Carter told Arria, sleep already dragging at him once again, “but we should really get some rest… Especially you.”

“I’m fine…” Arria mumbled, even though it was an obvious lie. He snuggled more into Carter, stifling a yawn.

Carter smiled at him, knowing that it couldn’t possibly be the case but he said anyways, “Whatever you say love,” He curled his arms around Arria so they could get comfortable enough to be able sleep, before leaning in to give him a soft little good night kiss.

Arria already had his eyes closed when he lazily kissed Carter back, half asleep already. He snuggled his face into Carter's chest, sighing softly as sleep overwhelmed him easily and very quickly.

Carter woke up with sun filtering through the water. He smiled Arria, snuggling a bit closer to make the morning last longer. “Morning love,” He murmured softly, giving Arria a gentle kiss on his temple.

Arria hummed a little in acknowledgement, not quite fully awake yet. He curled more into Carter, not wanting to wake up completely, “Morning…”

Carter gave Arria a few more kisses on his cheek. He was so happy with Arria. Though he just got his tail fixed, the real thing that made him whole was Arria. Carter trailed his fingers through his love’s hair, “You’re adorable.”

Arria leaned into Carter’s touches, humming softly, “N-No I’m not…” He protested weakly. Honestly he was two focused on the others fingers on his hair. That mixed with him still being sleepy made for one adorable - even though he’ll deny it - Arria.

“You are the most adorable merman on this earth.” Carter told him with a smirk, leaning in to brush his lips against Arria’s, “I won’t accept any other answer. You are perfect. And quite adorable.”

The almost kiss made Arria’s breathing hitch in his throat, “O-Okay…” He whispered, wrapping his arms around Carter’s neck slowly.

Carter’s lips met Arria’s, a soft melody Carter wished he could listen to again and again. Arria was meant for him, Carter just knew it. “You must be my soul mate,” He murmured onto Arria’s lips before going back for another kiss.

Arria tangled one hand in Carter’s hair, pressing himself flush against his lover. He silently agreed with his statement, though didn’t want to break the kiss to voice it.