-Mefan- The sun had set, yielding to the reign of the night once more. I gazed out over the now-darkened sand from my balcony. Some nights, I lingered here until Dawn returned. She always did, yet she never stayed. I glanced down at the cup in my hands, swirling the wine within it absentmindedly as I pondered how to occupy my time. While I could sleep, eat, drink, and engage in other activities, my body no longer required them. Darkness endured, regardless. It simply existed, as did I... Reaching out, I gripped the railing, feeling its now-cool surface. I recalled watching her hand clutch the railing while I stood behind her. I had constructed this place with the hope of keeping her here with me forever, away from prying eyes and unwelcome intruders. Her kindness and beauty were reserve