Shiva appeared quietly, multiple arms folding gracefully.
No dance.
No destruction.
Just curiosity.
Root Shiva said softly,
I've seen the Canopy. You… exist below it.
Kael sipped tea he somehow still had.
Yes. Roots are where understanding begins. Not power. Not titles. Just… foundation.
Shiva tilted their head, watching the endless roots.
So all we are… leaves.
Kael smiled faintly.
Beautiful leaves. But leaves that rely on the Roots to stand.
Nyx floated nearby, whispering,
They don't get it yet. But they will.
Shiva laughed softly.
I like that Root. Even patience can be terrifying.
Kael simply nodded.
Reality bent gently to accommodate their presence.
No chaos. No threat.
Just quiet understanding.