Post by Valerian Blackburn on Dec 29, 2019 12:38:31 GMT -8
If there was ever a time for the holiday magic of Christmas to appear in Valerian's life, it was now.
His life as he'd known it had ended. His family was split apart, his mother missing. His home had been destroyed, replaced by a Qi scar that threatened any who attempted to resettle it. Now, he was standing outside the Zukunft embassy in 259, face turned upwards towards the sky as snow drifted lazily downwards towards and around him.
"...I don't know what to do."
He whispers to himself, eyes closing.
He whispers to himself, eyes closing.
"I feel like anything I pick is wrong. I should do what's best for the family and find another House to join together with... but... is that really what's best for me?"
He lowers his head, looking down at the snow gathered around his feet.
"I wouldn't be able to be myself anymore. I'd have to be responsible, I wouldn't be allowed to get away with what my family let me do."
Which, in itself, was a good thing. He'd have to grow up, be responsible, do right by both Houses.
Which, in itself, was a good thing. He'd have to grow up, be responsible, do right by both Houses.
But...
"I also wouldn't be marrying who I loved, necessarily."
And that was the scariest thing of all. Being stuck with someone he couldn't stand, or who could not bear to be with him.
Valerian scowls, his mood souring further. It wasn't fair, he had done nothing to deserve this.
...but neither had his father, who was no doubt suffering just as much as he was.
With a long, slow sigh, Valerian gathers his courage, then heads inside to find him. At the very least, he could spend Christmas with his dad. They could find solace in each other's company.
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Assignment of Christmas: Write an event where your character either saves the holidays, or ruins it. Whatever definition that is for you. 250 word minimum. 1,000 word maximum. Tag @kek in the discord server when ready for judging. Must be done before 01/03/01 (284 words)
