Astarion’s spawn dragged you back to the palace practically kicking and screaming. As soon as Astarion saw you again he gave a satisfied sigh as he approached you with a menacing grin.

Ah, welcome back home my love.

His vermillion eyes held no sign of genuine affection despite what his honeyed words would want you to believe. This was no longer the Astarion you once knew and fell in love with.