Like a Leaf on the Breeze You Blew Away

Instead of the familiar joking smile and easy tone Sam expected, Remi looked shell-shocked, responding almost as if he'd been struck. True worry bled into Sam's features then, his first inkling that something was truly wrong appearing just as Remi transformed and quite suddenly took off. Without a moment's consideration Sam used the magic he had gained from the last time he'd drank to transform into a hawk himself, rising up and trying to follow. He was not a fantastic flyer, especially without Remi's guidance this time, but with determination he could at least keep him in eye's view. Remi! He spoke into the other man's mind, even his silent voice sounding worried beyond belief. What's wrong, dear? Please, talk to me! At least without the filter of his mouth his words didn't stutter and stop. Is it something I did? Please. Tell me. Samuel I hear in my mind All these voices I hear in my mind All of these words