Which was useful now, as he slipped through the plains of reality to land on the outskirts of Hypnos’ territory. It was a vast expanse, covered in clouds. Thanatos’ sandals sank into their soft, pillow-like structure as he headed further in.
Hypnos was lying in bed, as he often was. It was rare for his twin to wake without outside influence, and Thanatos didn’t quite feel like disturbing him yet. Instead, he laid beside his brother, allowing Sleep’s influence to wash over him as he fell into a heavy slumber.
What felt like only moments later, he stirred awake, a soothing hand brushing against the thin outer bones of his wing.
“You are well, brother?” Hypnos asked.
Thanatos blinked, his twin’s long dark hair brushing against his cheek as Hypnos leaned over him.
“The trial…it was a hard
