[ So that's where it ends. A goodbye, for now. A promise of a bright future at the expense of the disintegrating present...
...and in the present, he starts awake from the dreaming just like Caelus does, its imprint and the runoff of everything he'd seen thick in his blood, seared hot across the backs of his eyes. It surges through their tether like the heartbeat of the lost planet itself. Not forgotten, but waiting for that tomorrow. He eases upwards, momentarily dazed by the enormity of it, even if it's this small instance on the floor of his home that recalls his focus and tells him where he needs to be.
Subaru's hand still rests over his heart where he'd protectively touched to try and calm his Stellaron. But nothing comes now. Just the soft stutter of his weeping. Quietly, he moves his hand away from his chest and lifts it to his cheek to thumb the start of his tears.
Not all endings are tragic. But neither are all beginnings happy. ]
[ With the smiles of his friends so bright in his mind, Caelus is unable to move at first. The overwhelming journey in Amphoreus sinks so deeply into him, and he's doing his best to remember each and every moment, no matter how little the encounter may be. But he hears Subaru's comforting voice, and he couldn't help himself. He curls against his lap, embracing him tightly as he continues to cry like a lost child.
This entire experience could only be more fuel for Caelus's undying determination. He'll make it through here, too, this planet Earth, and continue the journey of the trailblaze. He has to, for the sake of Amphoreus and many other friends he's yet to meet. A million shades of light, a million planets out in the universe. He'll run through each and every one of them, reaching his hands out as he always does.
But for now, it's okay to stop. To stop, breathe, and curl into someone's arms just like this. Subaru's fingers trail on his cheek, but more tears flow, tracing the outline of that gentle hand. Though he doesn't forget⦠he doesn't forget to say this now, while the chance is here. It's not the first time he's said it, but it's only appropriate to do so now. ]
⦠Thank you⦠Thank you for being here⦠with me.
[ Upon waking, it's not uncommon for someone to try and commit every detail of a dream to memory, so as to never forget what it did for them, or how it made them feel. Dreams... are an important part of someone's heart. Dreams like the one he witnessed will surely shape them in this world, enmeshed with reality as they are. Here, on this earth, or there, out among the stars. Precognitive or corporeal, dreams light the way to where all emotions well the strongest.
His thumb roves his wet cheek, the heat of his tears catching on his skin. ]
Now, if you ever have trouble remembering, [ he soothes his fingers through his hair with his opposite hand, lulling. ] I can help you.
[ He can cry for what was lost just like he can run for what has yet to begin. For now, he'll be here until he tires himself out, letting him cry as much as he needs. It's a side of him he'll also be sure not to forget. ]
[ Those words mean much more than Caleus could ever hope to express. For someone who values memories so deeply, someone who lost all his memories before, it means just as much as the world for him. After all, after what happened, now his memories don't belong to him alone anymore. It now belongs to Subaru, to all his friends, and an entire planet that's waiting for him.
So Caelus tries to smile despite the heavy tears, or how his heart seems to want to suffocate him right now, but the smile is genuine and pure. The second statement eases him shortly, feeling all the weight finally land on him. And he gives in to that feeling, his consciousness falling into a soft slumber as the tears remain on his face.
His arms remain clutched around Subaru, his body still curled against his lap on that peaceful trailer's floor. Anko finally stirs after watching everything in silence, letting out a tiny "myuu" as it watches its master sleep. That position can't be good for Caelus, considering his recovering injuries, too⦠]
[ Subaru doesn't keep track of how long he stays like that on the floor, cradling Caelus until he calms and eventually slips into slumber. The deep, rhythmic cadence of his breathing passes the time until eventually, Anko's soft noise rouses him. Blinking some of the fogginess away, Subaru shifts to glance down at it, smiling briefly. ]
I know. I probably shouldn't let him stay down here for much longer, should I?
[ Taking a careful moment to untuck Caelus's arms from him, Subaru helps guide him up onto his feet. He's slight, but stronger than he looks. He walks him out of the kitchenette and up the few stairs to the bed, peeling back the blankets to coax him to crawl in.
Once tucked in, Subaru leans out to pick up Anko and also set it gently on the bed. ]
[ Anko purrs happily at Subaru, then follows the two further in, once a very sleepy trailblazer is helped up. Caelus's eyes are blurry, and he can't tell where he's walking, but he knows where he is and what happened. He knows who's helping him walk, too. Of course he does⦠Their tether is filled with silent fondness.
Once the blankets are moved for him, Caelus lies down carefully and falls back asleep instantly right after. Anko is still purring, especially when Subaru picks it up. But it quiets down so as not to disturb Caelus once it's atop the bed. Instead, it heads over to curl up against its master, joining him in slumber.
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...and in the present, he starts awake from the dreaming just like Caelus does, its imprint and the runoff of everything he'd seen thick in his blood, seared hot across the backs of his eyes. It surges through their tether like the heartbeat of the lost planet itself. Not forgotten, but waiting for that tomorrow. He eases upwards, momentarily dazed by the enormity of it, even if it's this small instance on the floor of his home that recalls his focus and tells him where he needs to be.
Subaru's hand still rests over his heart where he'd protectively touched to try and calm his Stellaron. But nothing comes now. Just the soft stutter of his weeping. Quietly, he moves his hand away from his chest and lifts it to his cheek to thumb the start of his tears.
Not all endings are tragic. But neither are all beginnings happy. ]
It's alright, Caelus.
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This entire experience could only be more fuel for Caelus's undying determination. He'll make it through here, too, this planet Earth, and continue the journey of the trailblaze. He has to, for the sake of Amphoreus and many other friends he's yet to meet. A million shades of light, a million planets out in the universe. He'll run through each and every one of them, reaching his hands out as he always does.
But for now, it's okay to stop. To stop, breathe, and curl into someone's arms just like this. Subaru's fingers trail on his cheek, but more tears flow, tracing the outline of that gentle hand. Though he doesn't forget⦠he doesn't forget to say this now, while the chance is here. It's not the first time he's said it, but it's only appropriate to do so now. ]
⦠Thank you⦠Thank you for being here⦠with me.
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His thumb roves his wet cheek, the heat of his tears catching on his skin. ]
Now, if you ever have trouble remembering, [ he soothes his fingers through his hair with his opposite hand, lulling. ] I can help you.
[ He can cry for what was lost just like he can run for what has yet to begin. For now, he'll be here until he tires himself out, letting him cry as much as he needs. It's a side of him he'll also be sure not to forget. ]
You did well, Caelus.
[ Really well. ]
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So Caelus tries to smile despite the heavy tears, or how his heart seems to want to suffocate him right now, but the smile is genuine and pure. The second statement eases him shortly, feeling all the weight finally land on him. And he gives in to that feeling, his consciousness falling into a soft slumber as the tears remain on his face.
His arms remain clutched around Subaru, his body still curled against his lap on that peaceful trailer's floor. Anko finally stirs after watching everything in silence, letting out a tiny "myuu" as it watches its master sleep. That position can't be good for Caelus, considering his recovering injuries, too⦠]
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I know. I probably shouldn't let him stay down here for much longer, should I?
[ Taking a careful moment to untuck Caelus's arms from him, Subaru helps guide him up onto his feet. He's slight, but stronger than he looks. He walks him out of the kitchenette and up the few stairs to the bed, peeling back the blankets to coax him to crawl in.
Once tucked in, Subaru leans out to pick up Anko and also set it gently on the bed. ]
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Once the blankets are moved for him, Caelus lies down carefully and falls back asleep instantly right after. Anko is still purring, especially when Subaru picks it up. But it quiets down so as not to disturb Caelus once it's atop the bed. Instead, it heads over to curl up against its master, joining him in slumber.
This little trailer truly feels so warm now. ]