to embrace a dying star

you have survived every moment of your life

even the ones you swore you wouldn't

Her voice startles him, and for a moment the self-flagellation only worsens, chiding himself for being caught off guard. Though as he turns to spy the feline eyes that watch him, unashamed of the wet lashes and damp cheeks he likely still exhibits, Harper can't help but give a choked laugh. "You seem younger than me, y'know." Low voice rough and scratchy with grief.

Harper wasn't looking for company today, but he listlessly allows it as the woman introduces herself. Blinking a tad stupidly at the realization that she is a demigod. He has not met any in Caido yet, though they had existed as migrants of a sort in his home world. At least it makes him less likely to explode at the notion. "My name's Harper." A weak version of his kindly smile comes tonight, reaching to brush an errant tear from the corner of his eye. Never one to subscribe to the notion that men should not show their feelings. "You...you mentioned spirits? They're around me?" Just barely refraining from looking around, aware that if he hadn't seen them before, he likely won't now.

this time is no different

you will last