Hushed Willows You're eyes shine as bright as the stars, look into me.

It was interesting, how different this was. Not only emotionally, but on a physical level, as well. The others had given her excitement, but here, with Khali, she felt only serenity. And perhaps left her body altogether; it was like staring at a scene through a frosted glass window, the outlines softened, the colors pastel.

Lily felt him move within her and exhaled long and slow, shifting to more easily bear his weight. They breathed in tandem--she felt his gasps and growls against her neck. For her part, she emitted no more than a low, pleased hum, deep in her throat, balancing nimbly on one tone. It rose a little when he spilled over, a quiet moan, a note of finality.

It was beautiful and simple and perfect. And she knew it was right.

I love you, Lily murmured, dipping her head to gently press her nose to his chest. She began to sink down, legs suddenly exhausted, trying to summon him with her. Lay with me, she crooned.

The ground was cool, and the air smelled of roses.