lotus, pt. vii

Vaelyn's boots meet with concrete again as the forest rushes away from her, waving goodbye in a solemn, peaceful breeze. Her innocence clutches close to her chest as they move toward an ivory building that welcomes them with a large sign. Kit rests her head on Vaelyn's shoulder, closing her eyes as she relies on the touch of her protector. Vaelyn holds Kit with the love of a forgotten mother, her brushes against the child's hair oaths of eternal care. The moon finds a sanctuary at the heart of the sun.