Chapter 47: A Crescent Wish

Crimson waves rise and fall in a rhythmic hum. The tide pulsates like a beating heart. Despite the words being spoken, the young Daemik can only hear what she admires. Kiora ignores the Shak-Leid. 'How... Beautiful.' Her thoughts chime. She leaves Santanna behind. 

<div>Kiora approaches the sea on bare feet. She relishes the soft grains of sand between her toes. The sea's melody entices her being. As Kiora steps into the ocean, laughter escapes. She kneels towards the cool water with child-like bliss.</div>

<div>"Have I ever seen anything else so wonderful?" She asks out-loud. </div>

<div>The solest dances along the waves. Kiora covers her eyes while watching the glittering lights. Her tail splashes with a playful gait. A sudden surge of tears cascades into the water. Kiora bites her lip and sniffles back the emotion. 'Why do I cry?' Kiora wonders. Despite the ocean's vast beauty, there's a mixture of sadness and awe. </div>