Noctisardor Bypass Sailing along to the shore of memories

heda joined john where he was, a bit drawn despite the smile of gratitude she offered. her eyes were touched with affection and worry.
before anyone else arrived, heda said her own prayer aloud; "lord, guide john as he reenters your kingdom. protect him on those grave waters. bring him back to us."
her lips trembled; heda could not bear losing another. but she was deeply thankful that this good shepherd now saw fit to gather the sons of caracal, of the island.
fatigue warred with nausea, with sorrow, but she would see him off, watching until the man was only a small dot on a far horizon.