[The rest of the day is a blur. Muddled sounds and scents, a numb ache in their limbs. They can't remember if it's from venturing out, or from laying in an awkward position until nightfall. That they don't even know should scare them, but they can't find it in them to care.
Somewhere in the dark, a faint light flickers softly.
... against their will, they drag themselves to their feet. The pearl feels smooth and cool beneath their claws.]
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Somewhere in the dark, a faint light flickers softly.
... against their will, they drag themselves to their feet. The pearl feels smooth and cool beneath their claws.]