[Wait, Ithaqua was discussing the subject of marriage with Ginger? Urianger opens his mouth in surprise, but ultimately settles on listening to what else Ithaqua has to say on the matter.]
Thou speakest true in that a ceremony is not wholly necessary, nor must needs our love be recognized by any other but ourselves. 'Tis also a social affair as much as it is a religious one, and I would not force thee to endure it.
[He really wouldn't. It's why he didn't outright propose when he offered that promise to Ithaqua. He's fully content to live their love as it is now.
But Ithaqua has asked him plainly what he wants, so he meets his lover's gaze with a soft one of his own.]
Yet I cannot escape the selfish desire to call thee my husband.
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Thou speakest true in that a ceremony is not wholly necessary, nor must needs our love be recognized by any other but ourselves. 'Tis also a social affair as much as it is a religious one, and I would not force thee to endure it.
[He really wouldn't. It's why he didn't outright propose when he offered that promise to Ithaqua. He's fully content to live their love as it is now.
But Ithaqua has asked him plainly what he wants, so he meets his lover's gaze with a soft one of his own.]
Yet I cannot escape the selfish desire to call thee my husband.