[His face falls a little, brow furrowed in thought. His situation was much the same. Names of his beloved friends, none of which were fated to voyage with him on his return to the star. It was as puzzling as it was concerning, but surely if they truly were laid to rest there, their souls had either long departed, or they would have risen again with him. It was that conclusion that gave Hythlodaeus comfort - if they were indeed here, they would be by his side.]
Souls dear to me who should not have also made their aetherial departure in my wake. Curious.
[He walks on for a beat in silence again.]
I did not mean to startle you with my inquiry. Pray, forgive me, you must have much on your mind.
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[His face falls a little, brow furrowed in thought. His situation was much the same. Names of his beloved friends, none of which were fated to voyage with him on his return to the star. It was as puzzling as it was concerning, but surely if they truly were laid to rest there, their souls had either long departed, or they would have risen again with him. It was that conclusion that gave Hythlodaeus comfort - if they were indeed here, they would be by his side.]
Souls dear to me who should not have also made their aetherial departure in my wake. Curious.
[He walks on for a beat in silence again.]
I did not mean to startle you with my inquiry. Pray, forgive me, you must have much on your mind.