Entering his dark bedroom through the window, without even turning the light on, Rath went straight to his closet. Opening the door, he retrieved his already stuffed backpack. The lights came on. Peering over his right shoulder, he saw Mabon.
"Guess you're leaving," said Mabon.
"Yes," answered Rath slipping the backpack on.
"Going alone?"
"If you mean Raven, she's staying."
Walking towards Rath, Mabon put his hands on his shoulder and turned him around. Rath's chin was against his chest allowing his eyes to stare at Mabon's feet. Placing his finger under Rath's chin, Mabon pushed Rath's head up until their eyes met. Sadness could be seen.
"If you love her that much," said Mabon, "let her go."
"I want to," said Rath.
"I can heal many things, but a broken heart is beyond my power," stated Mabon, "In fact, beyond anyone's power. Let go, Rath. It will tear you up if you don't."
Walking towards the window, "For now, I can't," placing his right foot on the sill, "Maybe tomorrow it will be less painful," out the window he went to never be seen by Mabon again or until the universe saw it fit for their paths to across again.