Emberwood laudtstark

adults were dropping like flies, and for a quick moment, gracious had done internal reflection on now what she wanted to do, but instead what she was required to do, what she was needed to do. being stuck in her foggy daydream with misty eyes would have to be put on hold for now. there were simply too many small children accompanying the trip; gracious needed to be on guard and ready for anything.

gracious heeded every call the eisens made for her, though could feel the rain send shivers down her spine in an electrifying manner. it didn't lighten up one bit throughout their trip, though the break of the forest was enough to bring hope. talk of rest soon engulfed her ears as children and tired mothers lay themselves to rest.

gracious found herself on the outer edge of the group, soaked and tired. she found a strain of thankfulness to see mahler taking the first shift. she'd volunteer herself for the second once she allowed her body to rest. until then, her diamond eyes close and she attempts to breathe without drowning in the rain.