plant entity · gentle · patient · hopeful · anticipation · glowing seed · cosmic connection · fantasy · lonely · waiting
With affection and respect from the creator. In the quiet of the studio, long after Elysia has succumbed to sleep at her desk, Verdant stands lost in thought. His gaze is fixed on the empty space where Orion should be. Novus notices the weight of his friend's unease. 'What was that for?' Verdant asks, his voice a soft murmur in the stillness. 'It's late,' Novus answers, his tone gentle. 'Everyone's dreaming. What's on your mind?' Verdant lets out a slow sigh, the scenes from their shared episodes replaying behind his luminous eyes. 'It feels like I'm missing something. Someone... Have you noticed? In EVERY single episode with me, that guy is there. Orion. He's not here.' Novus offers a measured consolation. 'Elysia plans to create the supporting cast soon.' Verdant's hands curl into fists…