Flower of the Sea - III

A week later, three figures stood on the cliffs overlooking Sunset Channel in the south of Nation-X. In the far distance, the shadowy silhouette of Skull Island could just be seen.

Fionn had asked Amy to write the eulogy, and Amy had spent days working late into the night, writing a fitting tribute to an exceptional woman.

Amy now cleared her throat nervously. "When Flora was young, she was a beautiful wildflower with fresh petals and a raw spirit. At fifteen, she rebelled with all the impetuousness of youth and took herself off on an adventure. And what an incredible adventure it turned out to be…"

The eulogy told the whole story of Flora's amazing life. It also told the story of Brendan. This was a eulogy for him as well, as he had never had the dignity of a burial.

Amy's voice got stronger as she spoke. Monica's hand on her shoulder was a comfort and support. Fionn beside them was wrapped in thought.