Apocryphal Knells - Phantasy of Archangelus Musings

by Jun Yabriel

For those who were curious about my OOC Mephiles and Iblis, as well as for my own enjoyment in welcoming February. Untold stories about ancient Zanarkand and the love between two Summoners that budded, blossomed, and survived there. Features two "BAD" Alt. EDs to Silver's Story. A collection of 100-word ficlets. :Mephiblis/Solaris: "Let me be one with you, my love."

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Apocryphal Knells

Musings Thirty-Eight

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I don't know how far I've wandered or how long it's taken. I don't remember how many times I've circled Macalania Woods' Spring. I've lost track of how many lava splashes turned it into a pit. How long did it take me to register such malice, such destruction? How long will it take to accept it?

How does one recognize an enraged lover? I have never seen such terrible, unthinkably merciless behavior from Halma. It scares me, it renders me powerless. It grieves me, most of all. How do I soothe him? Can I…?

How did I lose you, Dearest?