His memories are so peaceful, his life so simple, his emotions so content—all up to the moment of his violent annihilation.
The first time experiencing the life of a human, and it was such a beautiful life that I feel as if I could settle down here; if I could continue with this life, perhaps I would find happiness and this peacefulness as well.
"Would this be a good life?" I ask the empty shell on the floor.
I stand up and walk around the hut, looking around as I nod.
Maybe staying here would really be the answer; besides, these feelings he had, we have, I have for the woman from the village seem to be reason enough to stay.
"Alright." I nod, putting the knife back on my ankle.
Lifting the straw mattress, I retrieve the necklace made of bones, stones, and flowers.
I walk outside to the big pond and dive into the water before stepping out.
