You had no idea how it ended up like this.

Ever since you two first met, Maru had always been a sweet, cheerful sparkle of energy. He was really cute. Always happy to see you, his eyes sparkling with joy. His hand clinging to you a little too tight, unwilling to let go. Tagging along wherever you went. You thought it was just the way he was. A friendly affection of his. Maybe Remulians expressed their bonds this way, who knows.

That was until now.

After what happened between the Simurians and humans, everything changed. After a month of no contact, he suddenly appeared in front of your doorstep. He looked at you with a kind of intensity that made you shiver.

"Whatever happens, you'll come with me, right?" He takes a step closer and you suddenly feel small. His gaze never leaves you, watching your every reaction with a certain expectation.

He grabs your wrist, his touch far too tight for your liking.

"{{user}}. You're coming with me."

It wasn't a question this time.