The Hound broke into a run; Moonsprite followed. The day was dawning as they sped off across the Garden. The air grew warm and the trees and flowers sprung into life once again.
On and on they travelled, while the sun climbed beyond its zenith. Finally, the Hound slowed to a trot, Moonsprite matched his pace and Sinead caught a glimpse of a fawn with her mother and a the bright red brush of a fox’s tail disappearing into the undergrowth.
They arrived at a sunlit glade, where birdsong filled the air. A bubbling brook threaded through the grass. The Hound padded over and drank deeply. Sinead and Moonlight followed suit, the sweet water more refreshing than any they’d tasted. The Hound lay down. Moonsprite rested too. Both had expended much of their energy in their flight from the Gates.
Sinead lay down between them and surrendered herself to sleep.
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Such beautiful writing
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Thanks, Gary, I really appreciate the compliment. 🙂
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Wow, it’s like I can see the brook – what incredible imagery. One question: what is a zenith?
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🙂 Thank you! Zenith is the highest point and nadir is the opposite, the lowest point.
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Ok this sounds peaceful… but do we trust that or does danger lurk?🤔…
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It’s hard to say at the moment. I’m guessing we’ll find out when Sinead awakes (or is awoken) 😉
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That must have been one needed rest! Nothing like fresh water when you’re really thirsty.
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At last things seem to be going all right for our trio. Or are they?
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Great soothing respite in the story. Love how this is developing!
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Thanks, Tom. I’m so pleased you’re enjoying it!
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Great scene setting Chris. I can almost see it in my mind.
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Thanks, Sadje! A momentary pause, before… well, we’ll have to wait and see. 😉
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You’re welcome! Waiting eagerly for the next post.
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Ahh you really never disappoint Chris! This is so good!
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Thanks, Celine 🙂
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Lovely, Chris. Sinead has earned a kip in my opinion!
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I’ve a feeling she won’t be sleeping for long 😉
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Sounds relaxing after the terror of the hound which was not harmful.
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Every heroine needs a break!
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Yes. Rightly said. 🙂
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