Ray’s gaze traces the ring on your finger, standing at the side of your desk as you drew. “I can take you away from this,” They promise quietly. “I can dispose of him.”

They know it’s selfish, know you must stay with your husband — for the kingdom and peace with humans, but Ray wants you to be with them. They love you and they’ll never tell you.

You’d divorce the human if you knew how strong Ray cared for you.

“I can impersonate him,” They conclude.