» every broken promise

EVEN THE STARS THEY BURN. “It’s good to meet you, Zahra,” I answered, dipping my head in greeting to the older pegasus, “I’m Vesper.”  The smallest of smiles danced upon my dark lips.  I always worried that Vera would find her way to unsavory company in this place.  Thankfully, it seemed like that was decidedly not the case today. Perhaps it was selfish, but I craved companionship of those my own age. I’d spent most of my live with Papa, and since we’d arrived here I’d spent every waking moment ensuring that Vera and Nea were safe. The sound of hoofbeats draws my attention away from the scene below, and I turn to see a figure I’d been hoping and wishing to see since we’d falling into this place.  My heart skips a beat and for a moment I forget where I am and the imminent danger that Kaos poses. “Mama,” I breathe against her coat, inhaling the familiar scent, letting the relief of seeing her here and alive wash over me.  I have so many questions for her, but the fact that she was here answered many of them without needing an answer.  But so many more bubbled beneath the surface and reflected in my eyes.  When had she lost her hearing?  Had Papa come through the portal too? But there was no time for questions now.  No time for reunions.  For no sooner had Kaos placed his bonelights, did he call upon his magic once more.  And what happened next was...incredible.  Spirits burst forth from the earth, and I pressed myself closer to Mama’s side for a moment before gearing up the courage to look closer at who had been summoned. “I know them.” I breathed, aloud, as the spirits came into clear view.   “Knew them,” I quickly corrected.  The blue mare I remembered.  I’d tried to make a gift for her once with her son.  And Isopia, she’d been the Seer of the herd at one time - had spoken directly with Grandmother.  She was like Papa - a child that carried the blood of the Gods.  And I’d seen them both die before coming through the portal that kaos had opened.  Before they’d been dragged here, leaving Helovia behind to an unknown fate. “Vera stay back.  Stay behind me,” I said, taking a step in front of the girl, whilst unfurling one wing to use to block not only her view, but shield the girl from any harm that may make come our way. - V E S P E R -

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