[The journal is well loved - the embellishments on the cover show signs of wear and frequent use. ]
[While it is used daily, it is clear that not every entry is of significance, outside of the thoughts of the writer.]
[The language within is both foreign yet familiar, as if you shouldn’t be able to read it. ]
[And yet, you can]
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Brother of Mine,
I am so excited! My studies and efforts have been recognized. If all goes well, I feel like I will earn my wings by the end of Æltum, and I can not wait to show you them on Homecoming! I hope dearly that the Hands I am able to offer you will do you proud. Papa and Xenia have already told me how proud they are. Do you think Mama will be as well? I hope so. I will visit her at the grove today.
Last time I visited, I told her about the nightmares I have been having. I pushed them away for a while - telling myself that it wasn’t anything weird. Everyone has them every now and again, right? But… I feel like they have gotten worse. At the start of the year, it was maybe every Sentry. I thought maybe you were trying to tell me something… and maybe you are? Am I sick, Brother? Does the Bite affect me in my sleep?
I shall visit the Caste of Wings when I finish my studies tomorrow.
Until then,
Xhoya