[ Maybe that was just the Storm fucking with Shell's memories. Maybe Reign's as well. Perhaps there was a future before them that neither knew. The humans could suddenly revolt, Reign's father going back on his word in regards to the Human Policy, and so on and so forth.

When One wakes, he could have been from a much further future.

Reign wanted to tell Shell that he had a happy life with One/Eric, that despite what happened, they stood by each other. It was the "what ifs" that scared Reign when it revolved around Shell and One.

Nonetheless, at least he had made his feelings known to Shell when it came to One. Being careful with his movements, Reign shifted closer until he could press his shoulder against Shell's. ]

I'll admit, it took me a while to accept him. But his presence allows you to be yourself, without hiding behind a mask, and that's something I can't do. Don't worry, I don't hate him anymore.

[ Besides, it was more that Reign was jealous and disliked One rather than outright hating the human. One? Who cares about One? He can be jealous and possessive all he wants. Ahem. ]

So... You've been doing more than cuddling, huh?