08-05-2022, 01:57 PM
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"You're passing on so early in your life. Why is that? I... don't understand. What should I be feeling right now? Soothsayer, I'm fearful."
"Don't be fearful, dear. You needn't call me by any titles... You know, that you are my son, and I am your mother."
"... Mom, then. What should I do? I am far too young to lead-"
"Then simply do not lead. Teach them, give them a gentle push in the right direction... However, let them guide themselves. You're smart enough to do that, are you not?"
"Mom..."
"... I'm tired, Saffron. Allow me to rest, just a bit longer. Though our fellow followers have dwindled, you must remain strong. Remember these words... I love you."
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The passing of the late Soothsayer has put the Thornwood's Vigil in some form of disarray, as many are uncertain that the newly appointed Soothsayer, a mere age sixteen, will be capable of handling it. However, his firm words have shown that he is capable of at least withstanding this pressure.
Throughout the years, the followers and those interested have waned. However, despite this, those that remain stay strong, and return to their normal duties and beliefs within a short amount of time.
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"Those of the Thornwood's Vigil needn't worry about being the best sect. Nor should we worry about any sort of numbers or lack thereof. It does't matter, in the end. As my time of grieving remains, I ask that each person that requires it, reach out. To me, to anyone else. Delphina's fate is still unknown, and many are scared of what the future may hold. However, I truly believe that so long as our faith remains unshaken, we can handle anything."
"Now, press your hands together in prayer. Repeat after me... To our Mother, the Goddess of Grief, of Illusions, of Seasons, we strive to be as you are. Oh Mother, you are the picture of salvation. We beseech you, please watch over us as we take this next step forward into the future...!"
"Those of the Thornwood's Vigil needn't worry about being the best sect. Nor should we worry about any sort of numbers or lack thereof. It does't matter, in the end. As my time of grieving remains, I ask that each person that requires it, reach out. To me, to anyone else. Delphina's fate is still unknown, and many are scared of what the future may hold. However, I truly believe that so long as our faith remains unshaken, we can handle anything."
"Now, press your hands together in prayer. Repeat after me... To our Mother, the Goddess of Grief, of Illusions, of Seasons, we strive to be as you are. Oh Mother, you are the picture of salvation. We beseech you, please watch over us as we take this next step forward into the future...!"