The Skies We’re Under
vondoomstadt
Every long exploratory journey needed a truly relaxing final stop. Laerke had crossed Yggdrasil and back in her quest to map the cosmos. All she wanted to to was rest and recover from all she had learned. All around her was darkness and light, nothingness and everything. The space between realities was indescribable in its beauty and wonder. But it was nothing like home.
Despite the dangers in her journey Laerke had made it through the trip with little trouble. With a few days to spare before she was expected in Asgard, Laerke turned her path toward Midgard.
The young seeming woman emerged on the outskirts of a small town she knew well. Risør had grown in size and beauty since her first visit all those years ago. Stardust still clung to her hair and the magic required for her chosen method of travel wore down her bones but still she smiled. Though a few years had passed since her last visit to Norway her cabin in the hills still stood, well protected by her magic. She stepped inside just long enough to change into more appropriate garments.
The walk into town was a good hour stretch of the legs. The length gave Laerke time to acclimate to being on a world again. Everything was so bright and loud. As she walked Laerke picked flowers from the side of the cobble path and weaved them effortlessly into her braids. It was a calming, familiar action. The smell of the sea got stronger with each step and soon she’d arrived in town.
The blue dress with white floral print still seemed to fit the acceptable fashion (mortals changed their tastes so quickly, it was difficult to keep track). Her favorite cafe was on the east edge of town. The abundant outdoor seating gave a fantastic view to a small public park. She ordered her coffee with a near perfect accent and took the pretty mug outside. Laerke claimed a table in the far corner and sunk into the seat. Alternating between sipping her drink and sketching her surroundings, the princess finally began to relax.
Nothing would ruin a day as beautiful as this.