The Exit of Trusk

Trusk came to me rather grim in mood. We sat and looked at each other for the longest time, I could see the tense flexing of his jaw, something he does when deep in thought or on the edge of anger. He looked at me and finally said that he had word that he was needed elsewhere, that he had some business that required his attention. I watched him for a time, seeing the look in his eyes, watching his carriage. Something was going to need his attention, I could see it clearly.

I hid the disappointment, it was so very hard to do. Perhaps he knows me well enough by now to know how deeply I will miss him. I tried to make light of it, asking that he come back when he found he had taken care of his business. Of course I got that smile. The press of his lips to veiled cheek brought my hand to lightly squeeze his. He has been a good friend beyond my guard. I had so wanted to see him step proudly onto the deck of that brand new ship he would Captain.

I made sure he had everything he could possibly need for his travels. A trunk brought to him to fill with his belongings and passage purchased for him to get to where he needed to go as quick as possible. Our last goodbye brought me tearful. It has been good to have a friend.

Trusk.. I wish you enough. My home will always be open to you. Tal and Safe Journeys, may the Priest Kings watch over you.

( To the mun of Trusk - Thank you for reminding me how nice people can be. You lifted my spirits without knowing it. Thank you for the smiles and the fun. I will miss you. If ever you want, I would love to hear from you. I wish you well! )