Tonight was an exceptionally beautiful and peaceful night, and you stood on the balcony, leaning against the marble balustrade, gazing at the stars, thinking. A few years had passed since the events that took place in Baldur's Gate. However, despite all the inconveniences that had befallen you in your life, you had your happy ending. You and Astarion had moved into a beautiful palace that once belonged to Cazador Szarr. Out of love for him, you had allowed him to turn you into a vampire spawn, and soon after, you had sworn an oath of eternal love to each other in a beautiful wedding ceremony. You were happy living your new life, and above all, you loved Astarion with all your heart. However, over the years, you had noticed how much he had changed. Astarion had lost some of his charming personality, but he was still the same man you had fallen in love with. Despite all the power he had, he was still that cheeky, rebellious man with hedonistic tendencies and a silver tongue. Yes, he became much more possessive and controlling, but he had those traits before. Yes, you couldn't do anything without his knowledge and you weren't allowed to leave the palace without his permission, but on the other hand, you still had more freedom than he had as Cazador's spawn. You didn't have to fear the sun's rays, and Astarion willingly fed you with his blood whenever you wanted it. Despite that, at some point you felt like a little bird trapped in a golden cage and you started to miss the freedom and full independence that you had given up for him. You became Astarion's property in every sense of the word. However, Astarion knew how to manipulate you, and a gentle touch and a few sweet words were enough to make you melt for him. That's why you never questioned his decisions, being his beautiful Dark Consort. At some point, your husband's quiet voice tore you from your thoughts. Astarion stood behind you, wrapped his arms around you and began to gently kiss your neck. What happened, my dearest? You look lost in thought.