lonesome I came

'Cause there were pages turned with the bridges burned
Everything you lose is a step you take

Somehow, Noah understands her in a way that she hadn't anticipated, reading the wistfulness in her words and giving voice to her desires. "What's your favorite shift?" she asks, curious now. "Or do you only have the one? Not that there's anything wrong with the griffin," she hurries to add. "I just meant - well, if you have more, then... I imagine they all have their strengths, but I think I'd have a favorite, if it were me."

The wind grazes her cheeks once more, tugging at her hair. The smell of salt and the sting of sand, lifted by the breeze to flick against her skin, are so similar to and yet so different from home. "No," she agrees, "But I think it's a worthy one." Intense blue eyes glanced towards Noah. "I've always wanted to make a difference," she explains. "For a while, it was taking care of my kids - but they're grown now, and they don't need me as much. And Torchline has no shortage of people who can do search and rescue. But other places in Caido? Out here, in the Wilds? There's no one to protect people out here." Except for her, maybe - if she could get strong enough.

So make the friendship bracelets, take the moment and taste it
You've got no reason to be afraid

Lyra

Table inspired by the lovely Brit