Pocket Full of Posies

He had to smile at the creature’s interjection albeit it was a bit awkwardly. His father had always forbade interacting with other creatures but he couldn’t help but feel a small touch of envy at the creature’s familiarity to the woman.

“Yes I noticed it was quite crowded in the south.” He said. “But I came here purely to explore these lands- well, what few lands I can explore in the south.”

Around him the weather seemed clear in spite of the ripe scent of rotting fruit that permeated the air. The trees themselves were still speckled with apples every shade of color from green to red and some streaked between colors as if they had been painted by a brush.

“And you? Exploring as well I take it?” He asked genteelly

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