#is supposed to be sad

[tcub123]

(Andras, with a spade in hand, is guiding a 6-year-old Janet, her small hands clutching a tiny sapling, its roots wrapped in burlap, ready to be planted.)

ANDRAS: (With an encouraging smile) Today, we're going to plant this tree, Janet. It's going to grow tall and strong, just like you, love.

(Janet looks up at him, her eyes wide with wonder, as she gently pats the soil around the sapling they've just planted together.)

JANET: Will it grow as tall as the sky, Andras?

ANDRAS: (Chuckling) Maybe not that tall, but it will reach for the clouds.

(They work together, Andras showing her how to press the soil, ensuring the tree is firmly planted)

JANET: Can we name it? The tree?

ANDRAS: Of course. What name would you like to give it?

(Janet thinks for a moment, her gaze flitting around the garden, landing finally on the tree with pride in her eyes)

JANET: Hmm.

Let's call it Hope. Because it's going to keep growing and never give up.

ANDRAS: (Nods approvingly) Hope it is! That is actually perfect. You do really have a knack for naming things.

(They finish their task, standing back to admire their work. Andras places a gentle hand on Janet's shoulder.)

ANDRAS: This tree will be here for years to come. Care for it, Janet. If you do, our Spring Court will always have hope.

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ANDRAS: ...

JANET: (sleeping soundly)

ANDRAS: (sneaks some flowers and a letter on the table)

JANET: (whispers) Andras?

ANDRAS: Did I wake you, love? I'm sorry.

JANET: (rubs her eyes) It's okay. I'm too tired to sleep, anyway.

ANDRAS: (sits on the edge of the bed) I know, sweetheart, but you need to rest. You are still sick.

JANET: (pouts) You haven't told me a story.

ANDRAS: (smiles) Alright. I suppose having a cold doesn't excuse not having a bedtime tale. What would you like to hear about?

JANET: A new story.

ANDRAS: A new one it is.

Once upon a time, there was a tiny golden cub named Tammy. Despite his shimmering fur and noble lineage, felt very lonely in the vast forest. His family expected so much from him, and yet, they never showed him the kindness he craved.

JANET: Was Tammy really lonely?

ANDRAS: Very lonely, until one day, while wandering the woods, the cub stumbled upon a grey wolf pup.

JANET: Did the wolf pup have a name?

ANDRAS: Yes, he did. Andy, he went by.

JANET: (giggles) Like you!

ANDRAS: (chuckles) Yes, just like me. Now, this pup saw the golden cub all alone and, despite the cub being from a realm often at odds with his own, the wolf couldn't ignore the sadness in the cub's eyes. They were both good for the same thing, something they both didn't enjoy.

The wolf pup was far, far more fortunate than the cub.

The pup had a family who loved him, and he loved them in return.

JANET: So, what did he do?

ANDRAS: The pup approached the cub, his steps careful not to startle him. 'Little cub, why do you walk alone?' he asked. The cub, surprised by the wolf's curious tone, shared his woes, speaking of his cold home.

JANET: (sadly) That's not nice. Everyone should have friends.

ANDRAS: Indeed, they should. Mama Wolf taught the pup to share the love she gave him with others. And so, the pup made a vow that day to be the cub's friend and family, to protect him and show him the wonders of the forest, to teach him the joy of companionship. They befriended a fox, Lucy, along the way.

JANET: (excitedly) And did Tammy finally become happy?

ANDRAS: Over time, he did. Tammy the golden cub, who felt so small and insignificant, began to see his own worth through the eyes of his friends. They embarked on adventures, faced challenges together, and the cub grew strong and confident.

JANET: Like a real golden lion!

ANDRAS: Exactly! The cub became a magnificent lion, admired by all. He became a just and fair king of the forest, always fighting for his friends and standing up for what was right.

JANET: (yawning) I like Tammy. He's amazing.

ANDRAS: ...I like him too.

JANET: I'll get better tomorrow, Andras. One day, I will be as strong as Tammy. Will you be my Andy then?

ANDRAS: Of course, love. I swear it on my honour as a sentry. Now, off to sleep you go.

JANET: Goodnight, Andras.

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ANDRAS: (holds Janet's lifeless hand as she lies crumbling on the bed, her legs turned to petals as they fall apart)

ANDRAS: I have to go now, Janet.

ANDRAS: I promise you will walk again.

ANDRAS: I promise you will see me again.

ANDRAS: And the trees we planted shall never wilt.

ANDRAS: ...No matter what it takes.

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ANDRAS: ... (critically injured)

CASSIAN: How is he still alive without that?

RHYSAND: Watch out for that spear, Cass!

ANDRAS: "And I will laugh in the face of Death."

NESTA: (readies Ataraxia)

ANDRAS: Gáe Bulg.

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JANET: (Picking up two action figures, she animates them with her hands, her voice adopting different tones for each character) "And here comes Andras, the bravest of all, to save the kingdom from the terrible dragon!"

(She makes one figure, representing Andras, swoop in to confront the other, a makeshift dragon.)

(She constructs elaborate scenarios, each tale more fantastical than the last, where Andras battles scary foes, uncovers treasures, and always, always returns home to cheers and joy.)

JANET: (Arranging her stuffed animals into an audience, she narrates) "And so, the people of the land celebrated Andras's return, throwing a grand feast in his honor. They knew he would always be there to protect them."

(Her small hands clap softly, mimicking the applause of her imagined crowd.)

(In these stories, Janet gives Andras invincible qualities, inspired by the wondrous tales he told her. Her narrative always ends with Andras coming home unharmed.)

JANET: (Holding a doll that resembles her, she speaks in a high-pitched voice)

"Thank you, Andras, for coming back. We all missed you so much!"

(She makes the Andras figure hug the doll.)

(As night falls, Janet carefully places the figures back in their box, keeping the doll Andras with her in bed.)

JANET: (Whispering) Goodnight, Andras. In my stories, you always come back. Maybe tomorrow, you will for real.

[qiinamii]

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[grimrevolution]