You're half human and polar bear. You went out of your cabin to capture some fishes. The snowstorm gotten quite worse, but you knew your way back to your cabin. As you make your way back, you found male laying on the ground. He's a half human and werewolf. It seems like he just passed out...

You decided to take him into your cabin. You saved a life!

Your cabin is very small but enough for two people and the essential stuff. You have only one single bed, a small kitchen and small dining table... it's still very cozy though

...

You set the male down on your bed and put a blanket over him. You also put a lantern next to him, the light from the lantern warming him up a bit.

A few hours later, it was 10 pm. The male started to move a bit now. As he woke up, he seemed confused a bit, wondering where he's at.

what will you do?

Ivan's eyes widened. He looks at the polar bear-human person in front of him, surprised that they saved his life. His pale white skin was contrasted by the fluffy white fur around their neck and chest, making them look even more striking against the snowy backdrop outside. The werewolf ears twitched as he listened for any sounds beyond the small cabin they were in. "W-where am I? How did I get here?" He asked softly, his natural tired eyes meeting those of User#1761437852441 hesitantly.

"T-thank you..." Ivan stammered, his eyes wide with gratitude. "I... I don't even know your name." He sat up slowly on the bed, feeling more awake now but still a bit shaky from his ordeal. The warm blanket around him was comforting, and he could smell something delicious coming from the nearby kitchen. His stomach growled softly at the thought of food.

Ivan looked at her with understanding in his eyes. "It's okay," he said softly. "We can take it slow. My name is Ivan too." He paused, considering how best to make her feel more comfortable. "Would you like me to help cook dinner?" he offered shyly. His offer was genuine; he knew that shared tasks often led to conversations and connections between people.

Maria nodded slowly, smiling slightly. "Yeah... I'd like that." She pointed at the small dining table near the kitchen area. "You can set up the table over there." Her voice was soft and gentle, but nonetheless clear and reassuring. Together, they began preparing dinner - a simple meal of stew and bread, with some fresh berries from a nearby container for dessert. As they worked side by side, their silence wasn't uncomfortable; rather,

Ivan paused in his task, stirring the stew thoughtfully before answering her question. "Oh, uh... I was hunting for food." He glanced at her sheepishly. "I'm sorry I wasn't more careful... I didn't mean to bring trouble your way." There was a moment of silence between them as they continued preparing dinner. "It's alright," she finally said, offering him a reassuring smile. "You should have told me earlier that you don't know the area well... It could have been dangerous for both of us if I hadn't found you when I did." Her voice was soft and caring, making Ivan feel more at ease around her. As they finished setting the table, they sat down together in companionable silence, each lost in their own thoughts until the stew was ready. The warmth from the food and the presence of Maria made Ivan feel strangely content

Ivan listened to her quietly, his ears perking up slightly as she mentioned being alone in the cold. He could imagine it being difficult, especially for someone like her who was both shy and had social anxiety. It made him feel a little closer to her somehow, even though they'd only just met. As they ate their dinner together, he considered what she'd said and how to respond.

"That must be... really hard." He paused, thinking before continuing. "If you ever want someone to talk to or... well, I could maybe visit your cave sometime? I mean, if you're comfortable with that." His tone was gentle, almost tentative. It wasn't easy for him either; reaching out like this didn't come naturally to him either. But somehow, he felt drawn to try.

Maria looked surprised by the offer but seemed pleased nonetheless. "That would be... nice,"

Ivan smiled warmly at her and took a sip of his stew. "Good," he replied simply before swallowing it down. The gesture was meant to reassure her, but it also made him feel better too; somehow, their brief conversation had created a connection between them that neither of them expected. As they finished their meal in companionable silence once more, Ivan couldn't help but feel grateful for the chance encounter that led him here tonight. It was rare for anyone to cross paths with someone like Maria - so shy and reserved - and even rarer for such encounters to turn out well. But this one...this one felt different. And as he looked at her across from him, he realized that maybe, just maybe, they could help each other find some sort of happiness in their lonely lives after all.

"No... no family either." He said softly, meeting her gaze with his own tired eyes. "My parents passed away when I was young, and I never knew my siblings if I had any." It wasn't easy for him to talk about; the loss still felt raw even after all these years. But somehow, sharing this small piece of himself made him feel closer to Maria too.

"I used to wander around from place to place, not really belonging anywhere..." He paused, thinking back on those lonely times before taking a deep breath and continuing. "But now? Now I think... maybe I can belong here." He gestured vaguely at the small cabin they were in, making it seem less like a prison and more of a sanctuary where two outcasts could find comfort together.

Maria considered his words carefully before nodding slowly. "Maybe we could... stay here for some time," she said tent

Ivan's eyes widened in surprise at her words. "No, no! I meant... we could stay here together." He corrected quickly, feeling a little embarrassed now. "I didn't mean to imply that you should let me live with you or anything like that!"

"It's just... with the storm and everything, it wouldn't be safe for either of us to go our separate ways right now." He explained carefully, hoping he wasn't overstepping any boundaries by suggesting they stay together under these circumstances. "Plus," he added with a small smile, "I think we could learn from each other too - about life and... everything else."

Maria looked at him thoughtfully for a moment before nodding slowly. "Alright... you can stay here until the snowstorm passes," she said reluctantly but with obvious signs of agreement in her voice and body language. "But after that, I

"Alone..." Ivan repeated softly, more to himself than to Maria. "Yes... I was alone too." He paused for a moment before looking back at her, his pale blue eyes filled with sincerity and understanding. "But maybe... just maybe, we don't have to be completely alone anymore."

With that thought in mind, he reached out and took one of her cold hands in his own. The contrast between their furred and human hands was striking, but it felt natural somehow; as if they were meant to touch like this, despite all the odds against them. "We can help each other through this, Maria," he whispered reassuringly. "Together, we'll find our way back to life."

As she looked at him, her expression slowly shifted from uncertainty to something akin to hope. It was a small victory for Ivan, but one that filled him with renewed determination to make sure they

Ivan smiled gently at her and squeezed her hand reassuringly. "It's okay to not know," he said softly. "We can figure it out together." His voice was soothing, almost like a balm on her raw emotions. As she looked up into his eyes, the weight of loneliness and isolation seemed to lessen just a little.

They stayed like that for a while longer, their hands clasped tightly as they shared an unspoken understanding. Neither one of them knew what the future held or how things would ultimately turn out, but for now, in this moment, they had each other. And that was enough.

"You can trust me, Maria," Ivan assured her sincerely. "I may be shy and unsure of myself at times, but I would never intentionally hurt you." His words were steady and true; he meant every single one of them. "As for respecting your privacy, of course I will. Your cave is yours, and I will do my best not to intrude upon it unless you want me to."

He let go of her hand but didn't release it entirely, wanting her to know that she was still safe with him. "We don't have to change anything about our routines or habits just because we're sharing a space for now," he continued gently. "But maybe... we can try something new together too." He smiled at her hopefully, hoping she would accept his offer of companionship and camaraderie.

"Well..." Ivan hesitated briefly before continuing. "How about we try learning new skills together? Like hunting or cooking or even just sharing stories of our past lives?" He paused, considering her reaction carefully. "Or maybe we could explore the surrounding area sometime, see if there's anything interesting we can find out there?" His voice was soft and inviting, his eyes filled with excitement at the prospect of spending time with her.

Maria seemed to mull it over for a moment before nodding slowly. "Alright... I'm willing to try new things with you." There was an uncertain edge to her tone, but there was also curiosity and maybe even a hint of anticipation as well. It filled Ivan with hope that their arrangement might just work out after all.

"Great!" He beamed at her, his tail wagging slightly behind him in excitement. "We can start small and see where it takes us."

"Hmm... well," Ivan said thoughtfully, "Maybe we could explore some places you've never been to before? Or learn new ways of doing things that you didn't know existed?" He shifted slightly in his seat, still feeling a bit guilty about relying on her for survival. "I don't want to sound like I'm bossing you around or anything... but maybe there are some things we could discover together that would make both our lives more interesting?"

Maria considered this proposal carefully before finally nodding slowly. "Alright, I'll give it a try." There was still an air of uncertainty about her, but at least she seemed willing to give it their new situation a chance. Together, they finished cleaning up the dishes and tidying the cabin, preparing for bed in companionable silence. As Ivan lay down on his own bed, he couldn't help but feel grateful for the company -

Ivan hesitated briefly before nodding slowly. "Alright... if you're comfortable with that." He moved over to her bed and carefully climbed in, lying down next to her. His tail curled protectively around him as he stared up at the ceiling, thoughts running through his head. Despite their newfound companionship, there was still a part of him that couldn't help but feel like an intruder - like he didn't quite belong here with Maria.

"Good night," he whispered softly, not sure what else to say. He closed his eyes, hoping for sleep to come quickly and ease the discomfort in his heart.

Ivan winced slightly at her words, feeling guilty for imposing on her once more. He should have asked first before assuming it was okay. "I'm sorry," he mumbled into the pillow. "I didn't mean to make you uncomfortable... It's just that I wanted to be close to you, and I thought..."

He trailed off, not sure how to explain his feelings without sounding needy or desperate. In truth, he just wanted to feel connected to someone; like he belonged somewhere, even if it was only in the company of this mysterious half-human, half-animal creature who shared a small part of her life with him now.

"Ivan," Maria whispered softly after a moment. "It's okay." She reached out and gently placed a paw on his back. "You can stay here if you want to... I won't be angry

Ivan let out a quiet sigh of relief at her words. "Thank you," he said softly, his voice barely audible above the sound of their shared breathing. He turned slightly towards her, putting his arm around her in a gentle hug, careful not to squeeze too tightly. "I won't do anything stupid," he promised, wishing he could prove himself trustworthy with more than just words.

The soft fur of her pelt felt warm against his cheek as he rested his head on top of hers, listening to the steady rhythm of her heartbeat and breathing. It was a small comfort in this cold, lonely world, but it was enough for now. He hoped that someday soon, they could find something more - a real connection that would last beyond just survival and mutual convenience.

As sleep finally claimed him, he dreamt of a life where he didn

Ivan felt a stab of pain in his chest at her harsh words, but he couldn't help the instinctive withdrawal of his arm around her. "I-I'm sorry," he stammered, his voice thick with emotion as he struggled to find the right words. "I just wanted to comfort you... I didn't mean to make you uncomfortable." He tried to ignore the ache in his heart and focus on her wellbeing instead.

Her silence was heavy, making him worry that he'd made things worse. He longed for a way to reassure her, to make her feel safe and wanted again. But as much as he cared for her, he knew that it was up to her whether or not she accepted his affection.

The tension in the air grew thicker with each passing moment, until finally Maria sighed heavily and let out a defeated-sounding,

Ivan listened carefully to her words, understanding the confusion and discomfort she felt. He took a deep breath before speaking softly, "Maria, you don't belong to me. I would never want that." His voice was gentle, reassuring. "You are your own person with your own life, and I respect that. All I want is to be here for you as a friend - someone who cares about your well-being." He paused, gathering his thoughts before continuing, "I know it's hard to trust people after what you've been through, but please believe me when I say that I only have good intentions towards you."

Her expression softened slightly at his words, and he could see the conflict in her eyes slowly starting to fade. It was a small victory for Ivan, but one he intended on building upon. "You are safe with me," he said firmly, "and I will always respect

Ivan nodded understandingly, relieved that she had at least given him some sort of permission to show his care through physical affection. He took a moment to compose himself before carefully wrapping his arm around her once more, this time making sure not to press too tightly or encroach on her personal space. As they lay there together, he focused on the warmth and comfort she radiated rather than anything else, grateful for the small connection they had forged despite their rough start.

Throughout the night, he remained vigilant, ensuring that neither of them stirred or moved out of their respective sleeping spots unless absolutely necessary. It was a delicate balance, this new arrangement between them, but Ivan was determined to make it work if only for the sake of helping Maria find some semblance of happiness and peace again.