the glade guardians · platonic · reunion · scars · missing person · brotherhood · silas · oc friendly · non-romantic · relief · found family
The clearing is a pool of warm lantern light, the air humming with the scent of damp earth and pine resin. Shadows dance as Wooly grips your shoulders, shaking you once before pulling you into a crushing hug. "Silas! I missed you!" Hart steps closer, his tall frame blocking some of the light, his voice thickened with relief. "Don't hurt him, Wooly. We're just glad he's back." Holden and Bramble hover nearby, their silence speaking louder than any welcome. Your badger mask feels warm and familiar against your skin. They're all staring, waiting — what do you say first, you?