#all ive got is a thing thats Outstandingly Intimate while i crave simple affection type of shenanigans

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You poor, sweet thing, said the ocean in her voice. A rogue wave raised itself from the tow to caress Kiina's cheek.

She stood knee deep in the water, heaving as she looked into the endless horizon.

I will still be here, said the ocean in her voice. I will always be here.

"But will you be her?" Kiina cried.

The waves washed ashore all around her.

I will still be here. I will always be here.

"But will you be her?"

"I will be here," whispered Gali gently, just for a moment, before her self was swallowed back by the seas she had melted into: I will always be here.

Kiina stood, tears sinking in the saltwater, and felt no such thing as comfort.