Hi Harper.
It's been a while. Longheat has turned the Hollowed Grounds to a tinderbox, and I actually long for some rain again. Never thought I would say that after last season. Not because the heat bothers me, mind, it's just dry and dusty, and the wind is full of grit that gets everywhere. I hope you have spent the season somewhere pleasant. Do you prefer sunlight or shade? I used to hole up indoors this time of year when I was younger, but for the first time I can be out all day without burning to a crisp. Being an Ancient comes with a few perks, I have to admit.
I meant to write to you sooner. To thank you for the fun evening, and for keeping me company. It's been a long time since anyone I laughed so much – and the breakfast was delicious. Perhaps some other time we could finish it together. I really have more time than I know what to do with - you could take up more of it, if you wanted.
I have been traveling a lot this season. After hearing about the state of Torchline I had to go there to offer what help I could. Are you alright? How is your family? Since you wrote in your letter that you spend most of your time here or in King's End I hope you escaped injury - it's hard not to worry, yet I don't want to crowd you. After all, it's only been a season since I saw you! Does it make me clingy to hope it won't be years before next time?
If you are willing, I still want to learn how to walk on my hands. Leafchange will be here soon, and I know an orchard where really delicious apples grow. Whether you wish to juggle them or eat them I leave to you. Or if you prefer, I would look forward to letters. I made a few new acquaintances along the road, but it's comforting to talk to someone who knows of ones past from time to time.
If you have time, of course. No expectations.
Yours,
It's been a while. Longheat has turned the Hollowed Grounds to a tinderbox, and I actually long for some rain again. Never thought I would say that after last season. Not because the heat bothers me, mind, it's just dry and dusty, and the wind is full of grit that gets everywhere. I hope you have spent the season somewhere pleasant. Do you prefer sunlight or shade? I used to hole up indoors this time of year when I was younger, but for the first time I can be out all day without burning to a crisp. Being an Ancient comes with a few perks, I have to admit.
I meant to write to you sooner. To thank you for the fun evening, and for keeping me company. It's been a long time since anyone I laughed so much – and the breakfast was delicious. Perhaps some other time we could finish it together. I really have more time than I know what to do with - you could take up more of it, if you wanted.
I have been traveling a lot this season. After hearing about the state of Torchline I had to go there to offer what help I could. Are you alright? How is your family? Since you wrote in your letter that you spend most of your time here or in King's End I hope you escaped injury - it's hard not to worry, yet I don't want to crowd you. After all, it's only been a season since I saw you! Does it make me clingy to hope it won't be years before next time?
If you are willing, I still want to learn how to walk on my hands. Leafchange will be here soon, and I know an orchard where really delicious apples grow. Whether you wish to juggle them or eat them I leave to you. Or if you prefer, I would look forward to letters. I made a few new acquaintances along the road, but it's comforting to talk to someone who knows of ones past from time to time.
If you have time, of course. No expectations.
Yours,
Maea
Just a glimpse of truth
