continued from ★ with @sun-blessed
joseph simply smiled at him and gave a small nod despite having no trust in his words. he knew full well that he would not live a long time; he would be lucky to make it to even ten years old. ❝—- yes, papa. ❞ arms lifted towards his father, urging him to join him in the bed. he was freezing despite the blankets piled atop him && hoped that the extra warmth could help him thaw. it was fortunate that he was so wrapped up, as several open sores littered his body, weeping a pink fluid onto his clothing && sheets – not at all a pretty sight.











