when we were better

The magic that has allowed the ghosts to wander among the living feels as if it is coming to an end and sadness tugs at the dead Meadow’s heart. She is wandering the halls of the castle where her daughter lives, trying to enjoy what time she has left among them while remaining invisible to the living wolves that roam around, when a call reaches her ears. Ears perk up as she recognizes the voice and wills herself to be where her friend calls from.

The koi marked form of Hanako comes into view as her paws touch the ground of the building she is in and Meadow wills her form to flicker into existence. With a great, beaming smile, the dead wolf happily calls out, “Hanako!” while bounding up to the beautiful wolf, her ethereal tail wagging so fast that it blurs behind her. Meadow has many regrets about how she left and, truthfully, does not blame anyone if they hate her. But, right now, all she can think about is the fun that the pair had shared and the dead wolf does the most unladylike thing and dips down into a play bow.

With all the joy thrumming through her and the excitement of seeing her friend alive has her feeling like a pup. Plus, Meadow cannot believe that Hanako remembered her and actually called out for the dead wolf! How awesome is that?!



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