Chapter Three: Gemini
"Gemini thought by the river: 'I will sing her a song.' He didn't know where she was, but he hoped his song would reach her." (actual text engraved on the back of the coin)
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Gemini left the conference of the Zodiacs and traveled to a nearby river. This was his sanctuary where he spent the majority of his time. He would often sit here and listen to the water as it passed by on its meandering journey to the ocean.
The flowing of the river gave off a gentle melody that entranced the God, letting his musical abilities control of his mind. He sat with an open ear, listening to the rise and fall of the water's pitch as it passed by. Intent on the sound produced by the current, Gemini started to form a song in his mind.
"I shall sing my beloved a song declaring my affection for her. Though I do not know where she lies at the moment, I can only hope my tune reaches her ear." Paying attention to the river beside him, Gemini began to sing in perfect harmony with the tone of the babbling water.
The moon does shine with a magnificent glow
Lighting your path wherever you may go
Illuminating the forests within you tread
And the mountains your travels do thread
To the sacred place that will hold you dear
Where there is nothing for you to fear
A home you need never depart
For it is the bottom of my heart
As the final note left his lips, the Zodiac withdrew from his tranquil location to join the other Gods. He headed to a hill on the horizon. A grand fire was already burning at the site, a beacon to guide his way. Soon he would be with his love, and he was joyful.
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A/N: Okay, this was the most difficult of the three chapters to write thus far. I forgot about the song bit until I read the text again. Hopefully it makes some sense to you, I spent a good twenty minutes writing those eight lines. Be on the look out for the next chapter, Cancer, but until that time comes, farewell. ^_^ (August 26, 2002)