#song of the dark crystal
This is another tender moment from Song of the Dark Crystal by J.M. Lee.
Kylan makes up a song and sings it, hoping to help Rian process the loss of Mira. The song is about Jarra-Jen’s love, how she is lost and reborn as a beautiful tree.
“Rian said nothing from ahead, treading on with the same steady cadence as before. Just as Kylan thought the soldier had been unaffected - or maybe not even listening - he sniffed once and raised his hand to wipe his cheeks.”
The artwork is by Cory Godbey
Song of the Dark Crystal by J. M. Lee
“Kylan saw a flash of a Gelfling girl, all winks and tall tales. Rian walked with her, back to the castle after an evening patrolling the wood that bordered the grounds. In Rian’s hand, hidden in his uniform cloak, was a glowing bellflower. He would give it to Mira when they said good night. He would tell her that even though they had been on duty, he had enjoyed their time together, and perhaps they could enjoy some time together some other evening…”
Illustration by Cory Godbey
This gentle moment…