Crystalline Chaos
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"That gouge on your chest is going to leave a hefty scar, but it shouldn't cause any long-term problems.” Amnur ran one finger along the top of the blanket and ended by poking her nose, garnering a raised eyebrow from her. "However, the other injury is problematic."
"By that you mean?"
Amnur took a deep breath, gripping her hand firmly. Sakura slumped in the bed, the reaction said enough to her. "Your left eye was well beyond repair. I'm sorry sweetheart; I really am." She tried to reply but failed to form any words, stuttering on the first letter. For one so active, being blinded in one eye was crippling, everything she learnt would have to be adjusted. It was going to be a long process that was for certain, not an easy one either.
"Don't think you'll be alone, though! You have me, Abel, Na-ri, Crono and the other villagers," Amnur spoke up, gently caressing her face. "Regardless what you need, we'll always be willing to provide it."
Sakura coughed and cleared her throat, recoiling from the pain created from the forceful exhalation of air. For a moment she just laid against her father's hand, slowly breathing in and out and feeling the warmth from his skin. "Hey, Dad. Um, well."
"What is it?"
"Thank you, for looking after me, for everything. I do love you, you know." A smile crept across her wounded face, followed by a weak grin. Amnur tilted his head and chuckled, nudging in close to her.
"Anytime."
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Afterword
A big shout out to my mother, who always encourages me and helps me along despite my numerous health concerns. I live with you anyway so you know my love, but now it’s dedicated in text.
I would also like to say a massive thank you to all my friends over the years, notably those from my years on Final Fantasy XI. This is Sakurawr speaking, for those of you wondering. My strange fantasy ideas finally come to life!
Finally, a thank you to all the readers. This took me many years to get out, due to health problems and frankly, nerves. If you enjoyed the book, support me by leaving a review!
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