"Come, Esteban. Lean on me, as you did with hym" The human then, rested his head on Rena's body, allowing himself to be caressed by hir.

"For us the skunktaurs, it is natural to share emotions and feelings through mental bonds. That strengthens our ties and creates deeper relationships. My father, hy did not want to do that with you, not because you were human, but because hys love for you was so great that hy fully respected your freedom. Hy wanted you to love hym from your human condition, without "advantages". Using your heart freely. Therefore, the first thing hy did was give you my mother's diadem, to try not to force you to feel something for hym with hir special abilities. Because, Esteban, keep in mind that it is only possible to truly love, when somebody loves from freedom"

Rena concluded with a smile.

Art by  sethtriggs

From "A New Life" book.