Rhydian:
I stare at the bracelet, and memories and emotions slam into my face like a brutal punch.
The pearl-like beads are cold against my skin, and my heart is racing as I stare at the small, colourful contraption of skillfully lined knots and beads.
"You made this?" I question, and Bram grins proudly as he nods at me.
"Mm-hm. I made one for you, and one for me." He replies as he holds up another bead for me to see, and seeing that bead, my suspicions are confirmed.
I force a smile as I wear the beaded bracelet around my wrist.
"That was so thoughtful of you," I say, as I stare at the bracelet, and his grin grows.
"Thank you, Bram," I add, while trying to control my expressions, and he nods.
"You're welcome. I've got to go now. I have some chores to attend to." He replies, and I force yet another smile as I nod at him.
"Sure," I say as I step aside, and I watch him skip away happily.
I stare down at the bracelet around my wrist, and my throat runs dry.
