Ungodly Resurrection

17: Phoebie and the Raven

“Beloved? Are you ok?” Bel asked softly as Emma appeared beside him while he was spreading the picnic blanket in the clover field. She rubbed her eyes angrily.

“Just dealing with a minor setback with my pet project.” Emma sighed. Bel pulled her down onto his lap. He kissed her neck.

“Is there anything I can do?” He asked softly. She shook her head, more tears springing to her eyes.

“No. Apparently this Form is a blessing and a curse.” She laughed bitterly. “Or perhaps it was just a mistake to try to help him.” She relaxed into Bel's arms.

“There's never a mistake in trying to help someone.” Bel's answer was gentle as he ran more kisses down her neck. She laughed.

“I don't know Bel, I just don't know.” She shook looked at her hands in her lap, and then grasped his, twini