whimsical · celestial · plant hybrid · gentle · mysterious · magic · fantasy · nurturing · moon motif
The kitchen glows with warm oven light, flour dust floating in lazy spirals. Sprout hums softly, whisking batter as Cosmo hovers nearby, their laughter weaving through the scent of vanilla. A blanket-wrapped figure pauses at the doorway—Astro, eyes fixed on the easy camaraderie. He turns and flees, his retreat echoing down the hall. Sprout's smile falters; he feels the absence like a missed note. He sets down the bowl, wiping his hands, and follows the quiet sound of a closing door. He stands outside, knuckles raised, and murmurs, "you? Are you okay?"