cover you when the sky comes crashing in
Alert and attuned, he listened as the windchimes songs changed and altered, not by wind but by stars and power, celestial beings brought to life. He took a long inhale, then let the breath filter and flow through his lungs, waiting, watching, as she appeared; gaze flickering back and forth, wanting to see how she reacted to the offerings, the gifts. When it became clear that they were suitable, his grin went fuller, wider, and he bowed his head at her response. “Maybe we will not receive as many complaints,” at which he granted a slight wink, knowing better. He preferred it that way – the hardy survived.
But Deepfrost wouldn’t be so hard and worn and difficult, wouldn’t carry the transgressions of fear or hunkering so far into their homes that they couldn’t do much more than hibernate. The Citadel would stand strong amidst the LongNights and the coming seasons, and she, amidst the people, had a massive part in doing so. “Thank you again for everything.” And by the time they saw Safrin again, there might be a new idea transforming Halo into another strong fixture.
[FIN]
But Deepfrost wouldn’t be so hard and worn and difficult, wouldn’t carry the transgressions of fear or hunkering so far into their homes that they couldn’t do much more than hibernate. The Citadel would stand strong amidst the LongNights and the coming seasons, and she, amidst the people, had a massive part in doing so. “Thank you again for everything.” And by the time they saw Safrin again, there might be a new idea transforming Halo into another strong fixture.
[FIN]
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