Memories and music

The next few days, everyone seems willing to relax, and release the sudden stress. It helps that the worry of danger is lessened, now that Marcus is dealt with. You reassure Iris that as soon as Lynn and Anna give birth, you will head out to handle her request. The banshee seems satisfied, seemingly impressed by your swift rescue of Lynn. She is quickly getting drawn into the family, and seems happy simply being amongst the others.

You find yourself alone in the living room, rocking little Kari in your arms. The dragon girl baby has one of your fingers gripped tightly in her tiny, scaled hand. You smile as her vibrant blue eyes look up at you. Quietly, you sing to her, a song you remember hearing with your parents as a child.

We sail through endless skies/Stars shine like eyes/The black night sighs

The moon in silver trees/Falls down in tears/Light of the night

Kari watches you intently, her little hand holding your finger tight. She seems fascinated by the sound of your voice.

The Earth, a purple blaze/Of sapphire haze/In orbit always

While down below the trees/Bathed in cool breeze/Silver starlight breaks down the night

As you sing, her eyes slowly close, but her grip never loosens. You smile at your daughter, your song lulling her to sleep. You hear something in the doorway, but you don’t look up, finishing your song.

And so we pass on by the crimson eye/Of great god Mars/As we travel through the universe

By now, Kari is fast asleep. You watch her for a moment longer before looking up. Lynn is watching you from the doorway, smiling. Quietly, she comes and sits beside you. “That was lovely. What was it?”

You smile. “A song I remember my parents liked, when I was young. Funny thing, I think it’s about aliens…but it makes a good lullaby, too.”

Lynn leans against you, looking down at Kari. “She’s so cute, just like Maya. Do you think ours will be cute?”

You chuckle. “If it takes after you? Absolutely. You’re the cutest, Lynn.”

Lynn blushes, and you laugh quietly, careful not to wake the baby. “See? Even after all this time, you blush at compliments.”

Lynn smiles, and kisses your cheek. “I just came in to say I love you, and I’m so happy we found each other. And then you go and prove how amazing you are.”

You smile. “Thank you, Lynn. I love you too, and I can’t imagine any other way to be. You’re my sweet little goblin, and I’m here with you always.”