(BL) The Villain wants a Divorce!

Cass was able to answer some of her questions, but not all. After all, all traces of both of his parents had been erased from the estate next door when Cassian was growing up. Cass only had a few answers when it came to how he survived, what he knew, and Cassian thankfully had an answer for how he knew he could inherit partial land rights for where his home was now.

He found out through an obscure case that had been tucked away in one of the magic books he’d been reading. Did he think it was an accident now? No. Someone had clearly wanted him to find it, and while Cass had no idea who that was, he was glad that they did.

Otherwise, they wouldn’t have the home that they did now, Cass would have never met Ser Hune, and he honestly probably wouldn’t know as much about himself as he did now. This was a feeling that both Cassian and Cass shared.

Lucian disappeared while he was chatting with Ser Hune’s Mom, coming back at some point with snacks that he knew were safe for Cass, as well as some fresh tea. The tea had a distinct Sam touch, and while Byron looked nervous, Cass said nothing.

Cass needed to speak with Sam, but he needed to finish his conversation with Ser Hune’s Mom first.

They kept speaking, Lucian tucking himself in on the other side of Cass and feeding him small bites that he’d cut up for him periodically. Cass didn’t even flinch at the treatment, more focused on what he was saying then the actions of the other man.

Edgar made sure that Cass’ teacup was full, and Lord Ridgewood got up and joined Byron in keeping watch at the door. It was a strange combo, but one Cass wasn’t actually...that opposed.

Eventually, Cass really just didn’t have any more answers and admitted that he’d run away from the conversation.

”That is not a weakness.” Ser Hune’s Mom said firmly. ”You held on as long as you could. This is an overwhelming thing to learn. To find out that even the gods do not know how you were created is...they are so damn irresponsible. If I could knock some sense into them, I would.” That comment was only made funnier by the fact that Cass now knew that the fairies were made by a different god.

Cass felt himself smile at her words, not because she was praising him, but because she was mad at the gods.

”Tragically, I can’t smack them around either.” Cass said with a chuckle. ”Even heroes can’t do that.” There was silence on the other side before such a loud screech sounded on the other side that Sir Sanders covered Ser Hune’s ears and Lucian did the same for Cass.

Cass had no idea what was going on, not a smidgen while Byron began to go off at the orb in the same tongue that Cass had, presumably, heard the older woman swearing in earlier.

Byron gave the all clear as Sir Sanders and Lucian glared at the orb like they wanted to smash it. Byron was shaking his head, sighing as Edgar sat there, shocked.

”What was that?” He asked, a little loud. He was probably dealing with the ringing in his ears that no one protected him from.

”Sorry, sorry. Forgive me. I was just so damn surprised that they forced our lost child to be their hero that I wasn’t able to contain myself.” She sounded a little embarrassed. The claim, the possessiveness, surprised Cass.

”Lost child?” Cass repeated, sounding a little confused. He’d heard the story that Ser Hune had told him before, in Fiona’s garden, but this felt different. The older woman gentled her tone as Ser Hune gave Cass another squeeze.

”Yes. You are our lost child. You belong to the fairies. Not to those gods forsaken humans. You are ours. I’m furious that the gods dared to lay a claim on you when it was their fault for not keeping an eye on the humans from the very beginning. We’ve only ever turned to demons because of the cruelty of the humans.” She clarified and Cass swallowed. ”I would never hold your blood against you, and while I am pissed that she hurt you and offered you up for her damn deal, there is a small, sick part of me that is glad no more human blood remains in you.” She admitted. Ser Hune gasped.

”Mom!” She said, horrified, and the older woman scoffed.

”Am I supposed to lie to the little one? Absolutely not! He’s been lied to enough, I will tell him the truth, even if it’s uncomfortable. I’m not even the worst of the elders. I’m a more forward thinker, Ailia, and you know this. I would rather have him prepared for their reactions than have him unprepared when he meets them.” She said and Cass blinked.

When he meets them? When was that happening?

”Am I...meeting the elders here?” Cass asked and she scoffed again.

”Absolutely not. They do not leave the forest, and while I am so very excited that Ailia is having a little one of her own, I doubt many would want to be in a stronghold of a human city to assist her.” That answered why other fairies wouldn’t be here to help Ser Hune.

When Cass looked at her, she didn’t seem to be upset. Cass couldn’t believe that, however.

”What if we had Byron or Lucian fly them from the forest to Ailia personally? Avoiding all of the riff raff in the process?” Cass asked. Ser Hune looked a little uncomfortable with Cass offering that up.

”I don’t want to inconvenience any of you. Plus, you shouldn’t offer-”

”If Cass wants me to, I will gladly do it. Especially for fairies who support him so whole-heartedly. I also owe the fairies a debt that will be long-lasting for caring for Byron as if he was their own. I have no problem with picking up family members who would support you, Ailia. I am sure Byron feels the same, without Cass’ prompting either.” Lucian interrupted Ser Hune speaking, and Cass felt a small smile touch his lips as Byron stepped forward, making himself stand out before he nodded in agreement. Lucian grinned at the younger dragon. ”See? We’re in agreement. It’s just the fairies who need to make their choices. We have time, right? You’ve only announced today that the seed took.” Lucian said.

Cass wasn’t sure that was how others said it, but then again, there were several cultures blending at this moment so he just...hoped no one got offended.

Ser Hune’s Mom laughed on the other line.

”I’m glad to hear that, and honestly, other dragon, it was no bother. Byron was such a sweet boy. Getting to know that he’s been able to make the last jump from fledgling into a full fledged dragon has been a boon on the whole of the tribes who watched over him. I won’t be able to leave, but I will make sure to ask her cousins, sisters, and brothers who might want to join her as she makes this step towards motherhood.” Ser Hune looked deeply embarrassed and Cass turned and gave her a squeeze.

”I know you have Sir Sanders at your side and that you think that will be enough, but let us help you.” Cass told her softly and Lucian chuckled.

”I see you are a fellow hypocrite, Cass.” Lucian joked, and Cass felt his face flush. ”Also, you may call me Lucian. Only a few are allowed to call me anything else. The Red Dragon is also a fitting title.” Lucian told Ser Hune’s Mom.

”Understood, Lucian. I assume Cass is one of those?” She asked, clearly teasing. Lucian let out a bark of laughter.

”Of course. The man I want to make my bond partner is more than welcome to call me whatever he wants. He could call me a lizard and I would be the proudest lizard around.” Cass sucked in, horrified that he would say that while Edgar gave a soft chuckle.

”Hmm. I almost want Cass to call you that just to see if you mean your words, Lucy.” He teased, smiling, before he looked towards Cass and Ser Hune. ”If places to stay is a concern, I am sure Cass has more than enough safe property to supply as well. This mansion is huge, covered in trees and plant life, but he also owns several other safe properties in the area. I’m sure he would be happy to purchase more if it was another slight to his grandfather, as well.” Edgar told Ser Hune’s Mom.

Cass normally would have taken offense to the fact that Edgar was speaking for him, but in this case, he didn’t.

”Thank you for offering up his coin purse.” Ser Hune’s Mom said dryly and Edgar chuckled.

”Not a concern at all. Cass would have spoken up if he disagreed with what this ’plaything’ suggested.” Edgar replied, smirking. Lucian snorted, before tossing his head back and laughed.

”Oh, you really didn’t like that, did you?” Lucian joked, and Ser Hune’s smile grew wider.

”What was I supposed to say? You aren’t bound in a way that is recognised by the fairies.” She said and everyone besides Byron and Sir Sanders turned to look at her in confusion.

”Is there a difference between human and fairy culture when it comes to marriage?” Cass asked. As soon as he said the words, it felt obvious. Of course there would be.

The fairies, Cass was learning, really hated the humans. They probably would have changed their customs just to tell the humans to fuck off.

”Of course there is.” Ser Hune said, speaking before her Mom could. She patted Cass’ shoulder carefully. ”I realise that you don’t know because you couldn’t know. It’s a beautiful, elaborate, several day long ceremony that feels similar to the human weddings, but is nowhere as boring.” She said.

”It also can only take place at certain times of the year, and the elders speak to the trees to find out the right time to do it.” Ser Hune’s Mom added. ”It’s also why we never recognised your Mother’s marriage to your Father. She never got married the fairy way, just the human way. At least now I have some understanding of why. She was just using him. Ugh.” She sounded disgusted. ”You should bring your dragon man around if you want to marry him, along with any other plaything that interests you. We’ll pick out the perfect spot, the perfect time of year. It’ll be the biggest party around! Oh, I’m already excited thinking about it. Even the Willow outside is trembling in excitement hearing about it.” She said.

Cass felt his face warm as Edgar and Lucian looked at him, sparkles in their eyes. No mention of race, gender, nothing. Cass dropped his gaze, a little confused as Lucian chuckled.

”While I understand you haven’t met him yet, our sweet Cassy Baby is a little shy when it comes to serious conversations of that nature. Give him some time. It’s a little too soon for him to consider that.” Lucian spoke for the group. ”No matter if we’re ready, we’ll wait till he is.” Cass was even more embarrassed and tucked his head into Ser Hune’s shoulder. She chuckled.

”Quite shy.” She reiterated and Cass wanted the ground to swallow him up.

The rest of the group laughed lightly at him, teasing him about bringing up his playthings whenever he was ready and Cass just wanted to turn the conversation back to Ser Hune and her embarrassment. However, they weren’t going to drop it.

Cass drank tea to forget and ignore them.