Intrepid

Myriad Reality

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-Ruby- No problem! Oh, do I have such thrilling tales to tell you. *Hugs you* I’m sure this all seems like a lot of attention, and the whole thing probably doesn’t make any sense.

@whizzball1

*Returns the hug*
I only know one thing, and that’s that I don’t know anything.

Myriad Reality

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*Nods and calls Ruby* Ruby.
-Ruby- *Audible through the speaker* Spirit! Is my friend okay?
-She is alive and well.
-Ruby- Oh! May I come and say hello?
-Please.
-Ruby- *Portals in* Violet! You will not believe what a wild ride today has been.

@whizzball1

So I keep hearing. I’m going to have to get all the details from one of you later. But I also hear that I have you to thank for... Well, for my being here right now. So... Thanks, Ruby. I owe you my life. Literally.

Myriad Reality

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When she realised that a family moment was occurring, she left to give them space. I was not so wise, though it resulted well. I will send for her, if you wish to say hello.

@whizzball1

She... deserves the thanks.

Myriad Reality

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Vi!
*Runs up to you and picks you up with a tight hug*
I was an idiot. I hope you can forgive me for what happened. I’ll never let anyone hurt you like that again.

@Galaxy Raider

Why would I not forgive you? It was my own stupid fault anyways. Don’t worry about it anymore.

@GalaxyRaider@Audacious

You guys act like you’ve seen a ghost.
*Closes my eyes*
But this is nice.

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It was Ruby’s love that saved you.

@whizzball1

Ruby, huh?... Where is she?

Myriad Reality

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Unfortunately, this is no dream. For a long time, we all thought you’d were dead to the storm. Perhaps they will feel the same way you do when they see you. Reassure them with all you have. *You turn the corner to your family*

@whizzball1

The way it sounds, I should be counting my lucky stars...
*When I see everyone standing eagerly in the doorway, I stop and wave*
Hi, you guys.

Myriad Reality

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*Our lights float away from your head and enter Spirit’s chest; his body lightens and he breathes out wisps of black and white*
-Home, in a sense. Follow me. *Exits the pod*

@whizzball1

Okay...
*Follows*
At what point do I realize I’ve been dreaming, or comatose or something?

Myriad Reality

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Well done, Violet. Your strength and fortitude are admirable, and your soul is certain to thrive. Live well in your new home.
-Spectre- *Counts down from five, and our souls leave your body*

@whizzball1

*Leans against the wall when it happens, and finally looks around at my surroundings, trying to gather my bearings*
Where am I?

Myriad Reality

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-It is time for you to claim your independence. If you are ready to take this body as your own, then when we leave, hold onto it and let it become yours.

@whizzball1

*Nods*
Okay, just... Count me down or something, so I can brace myself.

Myriad Reality

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-Wraith- What we really want is almost never in our reach. When we finally get it, it is no wonder we don’t believe it.
-Spectre- Bah. Killjoy.

@whizzball1

*Stares silently for a bit longer*
... What now?

Myriad Reality

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*A mirror appears before you*

@whizzball1

*Looks taken aback*
Wow... If it’s apparently what I wanted, why is it so surprising?
*Touches my face*