There is no Frigate like a Book To take us Lands away.
When Deimos accepted her words, Elizabeth smiled again. They may not have had a ground-breaking or revolutionary conversation, but she felt like she understood him better and she hoped that he might feel comfortable enough to open up even more one day. Until then, she would have to settle for meeting his wife.
As they tied up the sleigh, her shoulders visibly sagged at the peryton's departure. She wouldn't be missing him any time soon. Zuriel was a different story and she looked with regret at not having gotten to interact with the unicorn much. Next time.
Preparing to part ways, she gave the Warden a pleasantly large smile. "No. Thank you for letting me assist - and putting up my sign. I look forward to being able to help more in the future." Elizabeth clutched her shawl and gave a short wave in departure. "Good luck on your other tasks for the day!" And with that, she scurried back to the warm recesses of her home.
[FIN]
Elizabeth
