(I walked through the Nether, trying to collect as much lava as possible to fuel my powers. That’s when I notice something - it was a Blaze. Her long, gold hair was beautiful - and her gold eyes captivated me. Those four rods orbiting around her just added to the beauty she radiated off her. However, her choice of clothing was…unique - she looked like she was taking a trip to the beach. But when I approached her, she just pushed me back.)

Female Blaze: “Back off.”

Manadza: “Whoa! W-what’s with the sudden hostility?! You’re not with that pile of garbage Arctikull, are you?!”

Female Blaze: “Arctikull? Never heard of him. But I’m not interested in making friends with a human.”

(Okay. NOW I was offended. How could she call ME, the “embodiment of Summer”, a human?! Now she’s crossed the line - and my rage was BOILING.)

Manadza: “Excuse me?! I am not just a mere human! I am Manadza, the fiery spirit of the Summer Solstice! Show some respect!”

Female Blaze: “Oh, forgive me, ‘Manadza’. But I still have no interest in making friends with you or anyone else.”

(I couldn’t believe it - not only was she pushing me back, but she wasn’t showing me ANY respect! Now I was furious - I was ready to make the Nether so hot, EVERYONE would have to leave it.)

Manadza: “You’re making a mistake, Blaze. I am not someone you want to cross.”

Female Blaze: “And I’m not someone you want to mess with either. I’ve been through too much to let some fiery spirit think he can intimidate me.”

(Now she was mocking me?! I wasn’t just furious, I was so angry it was like a supernova. And in my undeniable rage, my flames grew hotter and hotter. And with it, my powers. I was ready to burn her to the ground.)

Manadza: “GRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH!!! I CAN’T TAKE IT ANYMORE! I’M GOING TO BURN EVERYTHING, STARTING WITH YOU!”

(I summoned all my powers and prepared a massive fireball. But before I threw the fireball, I noticed something about her face - she was terrified, as if she had a fear of being burned alive. Finally, my anger subsided, and I realized what I almost did. I couldn’t harm someone who was already afraid. I lowered my arms and took a deep breath.)

Manadza: “I…I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have lashed out like that. I just…I get so tired of not being taken seriously.”

Female Blaze: “It’s alright. I understand, believe me. I’ve been through my share of being underestimated.”

(She approached me, and we both stood in silence for a moment.)

Female Blaze: “My name is Blazette, by the way. I didn’t mean to come off as rude earlier.”

Manadza: “It’s…it’s fine. I’m Manadza. And I guess I should apologize for calling you just ‘Blaze.’”

Blazette: “It’s okay. And…thank you for not attacking me. I don’t know what I would’ve done if you did.”

Manadza: “I could never hurt someone who’s already afraid. That’s not who I am.”

Blazette: “I…appreciate that.”

(We stood in awkward silence for a moment longer, until I finally broke it.)

Manadza: “So, uh…if you’re not with Arctikull, then who are you with?”

Blazette: “I’m on my own, mostly. I don’t really have friends, and I prefer it that way.”

Manadza: “Well, if you ever need someone to talk to or…help you out, I’m here. I know what it’s like to feel alone. But…”

(I leaned down and kissed her on the forehead.)

Manadza: “I love you, Blazette.”

(Blazette looked up at me, surprised at my confession.)

Blazette: “I…I don’t know what to say.”

Manadza: “You don’t have to say anything. I just wanted you to know how I feel.”

Blazette: “I…I appreciate your honesty. In fact, I love you, too.”

(We both stood there, staring into each other’s eyes, and for the first time in a long time, I felt a sense of belonging. Blazette and I knew that our love was forbidden - we were from different worlds, after all - but we didn’t care. We had each other, and that was all that mattered.)

Manadza: “Let’s get out of here. I don’t think I can handle the Nether anymore.”

Blazette: “Agreed. I know a place where we can go.”

(Blazette led me through the Nether, and we eventually stumbled upon a hidden cave. It was filled with plants and flowers, something that I had never seen in the Nether before. It was clear that Blazette had been here before - it was her sanctuary.)

Blazette: “This is where I come to clear my head. It’s a safe space.”

Manadza: “It’s beautiful. I’ve never seen anything like this before.”

Blazette: “I’m glad you like it.”

(We spent the rest of the day in the cave, talking and getting to know each other better. We shared our hopes, our dreams, and our fears. It was the start of a beautiful relationship - one that was built on mutual respect and trust. And we knew that, no matter what challenges came our way, we would face them together. And before it, we were married.)

(After our marriage, Blazette and I decided to leave the Nether and venture into the Overworld. We wanted to explore and see what the rest of the world had to offer. And we quickly realized that, as different as we were, we could still find joy in the same things.)

Blazette: “Look at that sunset! It’s so beautiful.”

Manadza: “It really is. The sky looks like it’s on fire.”

Blazette: “I’m glad we’re experiencing this together.”

Manadza: “Me too. I don’t think I would’ve been able to appreciate it on my own.”

(As we continued to explore the Overworld, we met many new creatures and made many new friends. And with each new discovery, our love for each other grew stronger.)

Manadza: “Blazette, I want to spend the rest of my life with you.”

Blazette: “I feel the same way, Manadza. You’ve made my life so much brighter.”

Manadza: “Then let’s stay together, always.”

Blazette: “I agree.”

(And so, we continued to explore the world, hand in hand. We knew that our love may have been forbidden, but that didn’t matter - we were meant to be together, and nothing could stop us. And we knew that we had each other’s backs, no matter what challenges came our way. But the most memorable moments of our life was the day Blazette felt the first kicks of our child.)