stars and storms

Lena

Many might have presumed Lena didn’t know how to have fun; what with the constant over-arching responsibilities, worries, and sentiments squandering their way into her life. And perhaps it did take multitudes for her to swallow down the despair and anxieties, to just live and let live for a few seconds, but from one shocked face to another, she couldn’t help but laugh as her sousing technique prevailed. It was light and airy, a mixture and collection of musical triumph out of all the other sorrowful efforts.

Figuring reprisal was coming her way, she immediately ducked, turning her head to the side as the onslaught barreled towards her, cascading and showering over her head and shoulders. Had it been cold, icy adornments, she probably would’ve screamed – but these ventures were within the sublime temperatures, and she had enough of a second to utilize his nearness to launch another attack. Swooping downwards, she snagged and scooped at the liquid, then hurled, flung, and propelled the rippling effects his way.

Before trying to make a dash for the nearest outcropping of rocks.

little more like coming home

Zavien

I'm going to change the world,

Hearing Lena's laugh was enough to reassure him that she was embracing the carefree antics. Their laughs trickled through the cave, and he embraced the sound with open arms - of water. Zavien sputtered some more, squinting his eyes against the onslaught, but only laughing more and getting more water in his mouth. It was a vicious cycle that he didn't mind in the slightest. Even as she got up to run, Zavien couldn't help but smile. They may not be able to hide from the problems of the world for long, but he would take advantage of every moment. 

Watching patiently, he saw her take refuge behind an outcropping of rocks. Pooling a cup of water in his hands, he snuck up to her, making sure to keep his footsteps light before popping over the top to unleash his assault. Knowing that retribution was sure to follow, he chose to flee from her, his laughter making it difficult to hide. 

Their play continued, chasing, laughing, splashing, all with their worries buried deep in the recesses of their mind. By the time the tension had evaporated from their bodies into the warmth of the spa, they were content and ready to return to whatever the outside may bring. 

[FIN]

but today I'll just be a mermaid.