Community
Nobody ever touches pearls- aside from other pearls. And then, always in private, away from watching eyes.
These touches are quick, fleeting. A brush of hands. A bump of arms. Fingers fluttering against a cheek. A gentle weight on a shoulder. Quick as they are, they say things the pearls would never dare speak aloud.
They say things like;
Hello.
I see you.
Watch out.
Be careful.
Step lightly.
Change course.
Good luck.
Be brave.
I'm sorry.
We will remember you.
Goodbye.
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Author's Note: So, I figure every three single-Pearl focused one shots or so, I'll spice things up with something that looks at Pearls' community and culture in general. That said, I'd love to hear if folks think they work or if they prefer the more focused pieces.