Wander Through Starlight

by GingerIsTheCat

A sister story to Fall Through Darkness, occurring at the same time, this is a rare solo journey for the 12th Doctor. He takes the opportunity to search the dark recesses of his soul, and the Mariana trench. This is a work in progress. I'm writing it a bit out of order, and I wanted to share some favorite excerpts which will end up in some part of the story. Tell me what you think.

1. Chapter 1

Wander through starlight

Through lightning and storm.

O'er the mountains, to lands forlorn.

And there you will search, in the depths of your soul.

For secrets long hidden, which must never be told.

And mark the toll of the bell as it marches you nearer

Merrilly to the long foretold fate of thieves and sinners.

To feast upon what you long escaped.

Of your just dessert, you may now partake.

For you put it off too soon, too fast

But time stayed steady, behind your quickened step

And soon overtook you, to your weary fate

The fine you face now , you cannot abate

Nor delay the time, set off for your dues.

Why do you stand there, still, looking amused?

Chapter 1: Follow The Light

The Doctor walked along the pebbly beach, staring out at the cold, dark, and agitated water. The air was damp and foggy. The sky was grey and oppressive, the ocean sang a sad song, and the result was an atmospheric environment suitable for his current mood. He had just left River, and ever since he had been having strange dreams. He squinted at the light. He had followed it here, where it shone across the sea, as if reaching for him, drawing him near. Just what it was, he didn't know, but it spoke to him in an unspeakable song, saying things only understood in silence. 30 miles off from the mariana trench. That is where it seemed to be coming from. The deepest pit in the world, and he was going straight in it. Besides a few angler fish, he hoped to find answers.