Emberwood the summer of our discontent

If only Marble knew that Star's temporary interest in nature was only because of her, she might've been disappointed. As it was, though, Star intended to make her happy with whatever present she could find. She felt and heard her daughter encouraging her on, and smiled- hadn't meant to steal her attention, but ultimately as long as this brought her joy... soon enough Star found something among the tree roots. It was a little brown pebble, not especially exciting in her opinion, but wore smooth edges and a happy gleam. Star plucked it out and placed it down before her daughter with a little awkward grin.