A Fracture

I have set out, following the resonance of the child’s father. He is not where I thought he would be.

But there is something… strange. Something else.

In the north. Toward the one place I have never yet gone.

I wonder.

I should not allow myself to be turned aside, not when I am so close.

And yet. It is relatively nearby.

The child is safe.

Whatever is in the north feels important.

But is it as important as accomplishing my goal at last? At least, one of them…

Perhaps… just a few steps north. For clarity.

—The Traveler