Feniick

★Chapter 1: HAY RIDE★ (1028) It was that time of the year again. As some would claim, perhaps, one of the most magical times. It was when the leaves turned and everything was filled with pumpkin and pumpkin spices. Varick would have to admit, it was one of his favorite times. Autumn was perfect. The cool weather made wearing layers not too taxing. If there was one thing he hated, it was breaking a sweat. The colder temperatures were good for another thing, cuddling close and holding hands. “Varick?” Niv murmured in what Varick likened to an artistic daze. His voice was always so soft like a sweet song. Varick offered him a charming smile. “Yes my love?” As anticipated, Niv’s cheeks flushed a subtle painting of rose. He brushed a lock behind his ear in a deliberate motion. “Where are we going? And Why did you insist on me wearing… this?” Niv’s pink eyes studied himself, then looked over at Varick. Normally upon leaving the manor, the pair would dress in fine attire.

There was always something about this time of year. The leaves fading from greens to fiery hues. It always made me think of him. His birthday was in the fall, after all. It wasn’t just that. Autumn is a cozy time. That’s what he felt like. Cozy. He had a warmth to him that was like hot apple cider. It filled you from the inside out. He was a jovial, carefree man with the energy of a bonfire. Ever bright, and yet, burned out too soon. My hand gently squeezed around Amyn’s as a slurry of emotions filled me to the brim. It had been too long since I had made my way out here. It wasn’t that I had been avoiding it, but I’d been busy with life. Then again, maybe that was just an excuse. Going to my grandfather’s grove was supposed to be a celebration of the life he lived, but somehow that felt overshadowed by a life cut too short. As the wind danced through the trees I could still remember the labored breathing of his final days. I could remember my half hearted goodbye as I left