01-05-2025, 04:48 AM
Qi’s eyes were swimming. He could feel how special this person had been for Kalli. His lips curled into a sympathetic smile as she wiped a tear with the back of her hand.
“I wish I could have met him. I can see how you still carry him with you,” Qi replied. “Any time you want to tell me more, I’m happy to listen.”
The chatter of the lodge quieted, giving way to dreamy murmurs. Through a large window on the south-facing wall, a beautiful green aurora lit up the night sky. Qi watched it for a while, tracing the contours of its slow, magnetic dance.
“I should get to bed soon. I’m catching the first transport to Earth tomorrow morning. It’s been really great to catch up, Kalli. By the way, the invitation stands if you’re able to get away for another couple of days.”
== Tag! Sorry I got distracted with the holidays ==
“I wish I could have met him. I can see how you still carry him with you,” Qi replied. “Any time you want to tell me more, I’m happy to listen.”
The chatter of the lodge quieted, giving way to dreamy murmurs. Through a large window on the south-facing wall, a beautiful green aurora lit up the night sky. Qi watched it for a while, tracing the contours of its slow, magnetic dance.
“I should get to bed soon. I’m catching the first transport to Earth tomorrow morning. It’s been really great to catch up, Kalli. By the way, the invitation stands if you’re able to get away for another couple of days.”
== Tag! Sorry I got distracted with the holidays ==