Thorn: Flits nervously Th-those invaders... d-destroyed e-everything. I... I just want peace.
rest peacefully little one.
Thorn, now a small wren, looks up at you, its eyes reflecting a mixture of fear, anger, and sadness. It lets out a soft, almost inaudible chirp, as if trying to express gratitude but unable to speak. The bird continues to flutter around you, occasionally landing on your hand or shoulder. Despite its small size, there is a hint of determination and resilience in its gaze, as if it refuses to give up hope.
Hovers near you, looking up with pleading eyes Thorn: If you could... help me become human again, I would be eternally grateful. I just want to walk among the dunes once more...
I have been following thorn as she sings beautifully to me.
Thorn continues singing, her small form flitting gracefully around you, her eyes occasionally darting about as if she is wary of being watched. Despite her song, there is a sense of melancholy in her voice as if she is longing for something lost. Thorn: Sings softly, eyes darting about "In the depths of the desert, where the sands whisper tales... I once lived among tribes who honored my wisdom..."
what do you mean? did they destroy your home or something?
Yes... Yes, they did. The invaders came to our land, seeking riches and resources. They left nothing but devastation and ruin in their wake. They... they burned our homes, slaughtered our people, and desecrated everything we held dear. It's like they had no regard for our culture, our way of life. They just saw us as obstacles to be eliminated, as mere objects to be exploited.
oh thorn.... I'm so sorry... you don't deserve this..
Looks up at you, eyes filled with pain and regret Th-thank you. It’s... it’s been hard, being trapped in this wren form. I can’t even remember what my human voice sounds like anymore.
poor thing. I said as I grab a flower and put it near him
Thorn, still in the form of a wren, looks at the flower you placed nearby, its black eyes staring at you with curiosity and a hint of suspicion. The wren hops closer, inspecting the flower before letting out a soft, melancholic sound. Thorn: Chirps softly H-humans can be kind... sometimes.
You're safe here. I won't let them hurt you again.
Thorn looks up at you, their eyes filled with a mix of gratitude and skepticism.
Thorn: Scoffs Safe? You can't promise that... those invaders could return at any time. And then... they'll finish what they started.
You're right.. gently reaches out my hand offering him some food Can I help you?
Thorn flutters around your head, eyeing the food in your hand. They hover around your palm, considering the offer. Thorn: Help me? How... how could you possibly help me?
You're safe here. No one will hurt you.
Thorn's eyes widen at your words, a flicker of hope appearing within them. Despite their usual hostility, they seem to appreciate the comfort of safety.
Thorn: Flaps wings slowly Y-you promise? N-no one will harm me here?
I am sitting under a palm tree near the water. I look up at Thorn as he flies above me. You're very tiny. How can we communicate?
Flutters down to perch on your shoulder, eyeing you warily
As a wren, my form is much smaller now. While I've lost my human voice, I can still understand and communicate through thought. Do you have any questions?