Missing and Missed

ludo Braved the forests, braved the stone Braved the icy winds and fire Braved and beat them on my own "Roana." He responded with equal parts affection and teasing in his voice, following her with his eyes as she rose to her feet, though not deigning to get up himself. "What can I say? My timing was always impeccable." That half-smile again, and he opened his arms to her as if to ask her what the hell she thought she was waiting for. "Do I look as though I am among them, Ro?" he asked, looking down at himself and raising his eyebrows. "I thought ghosts were supposed to be more frightening than this. Do you think me a ghost?" He tilted his head at her, imploring. "What is it you wanted, coming here and praying for me?"