Moon to My Earth Part 1

Reviving the Earth

Kate gazes down at Merig's motionless form, her hands trembling as she gently lifts the necklace. With the pendant pressed against the oozing wound where the bolt protrudes from his torso, she clasps the necklace's chain tightly. Looking up at the moon, her eyes brimmed with falling tears as she whispered a desperate plea.

(K)Please bring Merig back, I need him. Please come back to me, my love.

Kate's gaze darts back to the necklace as the group redirects their attention to it, a flicker of hope igniting in their eyes. Gripping the necklace tightly, she squeezes her eyes shut, tears streaming down her face. Time stretches, then a familiar white light begins to emanate from the pendant. The others watch in stunned silence as Barth reaches out, trying to get Kate's attention.

(B)Kate, look.

Kate snaps her eyes open at Barth's voice, the sight of the glowing pendant searing into her vision. A faint luminescence spreads from the pendant, bathing Merig's entire body in its light. In an astonishing display, Merig's wound knits itself shut as the bolt lurches upward, escaping his torso with a clatter. The wound vanishes without a trace as if it never existed. Merig gasps, his breaths returning in a rush as life surges back into him. Kate stares at him, a stunned smile blossoming on her face. Merig meets her gaze, his own lips curling into a grateful smile as he prepares to speak.

(M)Hello, beautiful.

(K)Merig, you're back!

Kate's tears transform from mourning to elation. Reaching out, she cups Merig's cheek and leans down. Their lips meet in a kiss fueled by joy, a silent promise whispered against his skin. The kiss deepens, then erupts into a tight embrace as they hold onto each other fiercely. Ashley disentangles herself from Larry's arms, their gazes flitting between Merig and each other, mirroring the shared relief and joy. Barth, still reeling from the unbelievable sight, can't help but gape in awe. A wide smile slowly spreads across his face, mirroring the emotions blossoming around him. He extends a hand towards Merig, offering silent support to help him rise.

(B)Here, let's get him to his feet. I'll help you.

(K)Okay, do you feel okay to stand, my love?

(M)Yeah, I feel great.

(K)Okay, let's get him to his feet, then.

A surge of energy jolts Barth to his feet. Kate, her strength fueled by relief, helps Merig prop himself up. Thankfully, he manages to sit upright on his own. Barth rushes forward, planting himself in front of Merig and reaching out with a firm grip. Merig, eyes locking with his brother's, grasps Barth's hands tightly. The combined effort hoists him to his feet, a wobbly but definite return to vertical. Barth takes a moment to examine Merig, his gaze a mix of relief and disbelief. A shared smile erupts between them, followed by a surge of emotion. Tears well up in Barth's eyes, prompting him to pull Merig into a fierce hug. Merig readily reciprocates, clinging to his brother for a long moment. Finally, Barth releases him, searching for the right words as he opens his mouth to speak.

(B)I must be dreaming, you really are alive. Welcome back, little brother.

(M)So it would seem, it's good to be back.