Part 309: Virion A

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And what do you see in the moon's reflection this evening, dear lady?

What do you want, poet?

I hear taguel hold that souls of the departed return to the moon.

You hear true. That is why taguel do not look directly upon her holy face.

Fascinating. But to your question, I was wondering if you might assist me with... this.

That smell... Blackberry wine?

Indeed! And now, I propose a toast to the moon. What do you say?

I am surprised to find a human who understands such tastes.

Oh, we man-spawn are full of surprises. So you'll join me, then?

All right.

...So. What will you do when the fighting has ended?

Return to my own war, naturally. My people are still suffering.

Ah, yes. Your... dream, was it? Perhaps I will help you make this dream into reality.

Th-that's very... Thank you, my lady. ...Heh.

Why do you giggle? It is revolting!

Revolting? I've been accused of many things, milady, but never that!

I am simply happy at the prospect of sparing my people further suffering. And, I must say, pleasantly surprised to hear an offer of assistance from you. Perhaps our bond is stronger than I know, mmm?

Or the wine is.

Then let us drink another toast to the peace yet to come.