He closes his eyes, able to see his friends' faces so clearly. Around a table at an inn, laughing. Or on the way to the inn, revving up for a celebration, the sun on their faces and Seto at his side.
"I'm beginning to understand that. I thought it would be that way... and so it is."
There is nothing they can say to that even if they had the desire. Instead they let the silence linger, debating the benefit of remaining summoned now that they've expressed what they intended to. Peki and Hythlodaeus are comfortably napping, as is Era. Ardbert knows where they stand, and is beginning to grieve. There is no need for them to stay.
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"I'm beginning to understand that. I thought it would be that way... and so it is."
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When he can sense that Fray is about ready to leave, he wraps his arms around Era a little tighter. "... thank you."
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