Horksel was not at all surprised when Vibeke showed up.
He offered her tea, which she refused, so he offered her a roll that smelled like one of Loybos' preparations, which he refused even more vehemently.
"As you wish."
She did not want to return yet. She was aware that she would look suspicious, especially when the news crossed the fence. Maybe a part of her wanted to be thanked one day. If they ever find out. She still wasn't sure if she wanted anyone to ever find out.
"Which do you think is closer? The forest or the trees? "He asked her, as if he really wanted to know the answers. As if the calm that stretches between them is the peace that everyone dreams of, and he found it next to her.
Maybe she will stay with him for a few days. There in the middle of the woods, under the stars and one light bulb hangs from the branch over which Horksel skillfully wraped it. She might need to go back for Eartn and take her to the train to take her home.
Maybe this is exactly what a home looks like. A roof and walls may not be needed for a home.
"Forest. By the time we reach the first tree, we have already entered the forest. "
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Forest is close, trees are far
Short StoryStory of three girls that forest brought together for better or worse. They are about to learn that heroes we wait for, are already inside us, and that nothing heals like courage and love.
