The Heartwood there was once a smile on this face

Though Astaroth's eyes wandering to the wound caused discomfort, instinctively pulling his head to hide the oozing wounds, the paladin nodded as the charcoal man voiced his concerns. With a short one musical note chuckle at the joke offered, he began his journey back to Rusalka. Stay safe, Astaroth. And he meant it. 

Short tacked-on ending, but thank you for the thread again!! <3