The point drifts towards the hulking figure, lining up with her neck. He walks carefully, quietly, until he stands behind her. She touches the coins together a second time, starting another song. Massive shoulders shake and she underscores the melody with rasping sobs. The Vagrant sighs again, forcing the sword back into its sheath. Wiping memories from his eyes, he turns and walks to the mountain path, beginning the long descent.

