Qeya River But you can do a kindness and look me in the eyes

There was a heavy silence between the two. A silence that pervaded and fell like a shawl over their shoulders. A silence that spoke of things not spoken, that possibly would never be. And Etienne felt it curl into his chest and squeeze.

Every little trickle turned into a roar and every little movement fluttered and the world turned. And that was the life they led. Each moment had led them here. And here was well crap honestly. So many hurt feelings and sour feelings and pain and anger. And Etienne didn't know his head from his tail. But he was here. That counted for something right.

Den I be seein' you dere.

Etienne offered him a soft smile. I'd give you a 'ug but you probably don't be wantin' one. So I will see you soon.

A dip of his muzzle.