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Creative Writing: The Maker's Tegan

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Tegan stood unseen under a maple, its leaves twisted green and silver in the pending storm’s breeze. He’d managed to hold off the rain as he watched, while the humans wept for their loss.
Several family and friends gathered close to the woman who clutched a tiny baby in her arms. The infant, no more than a few days old slept unaware of events that unfolded. Tegan pushed off the tree. Wanting to get a closer look, he kept his wings wrapped around him, cloaking him from prying eyes. How fitting that an angel, a leader in the Maker’s army would show up on this day. If they could see him, many here would think he’d come to bless the deceased, take them to the afterlife. Nothing could be further from the truth. They were lucky fire didn’t rain down …show more content…

“You’re welcome to join me. Oh...unless you have someplace you need to be.”
He accepted her invitation, and took a seat next to her, yet kept an acceptable distance. “My name’s Tegan.”
Her hazel eyes sparkled like rare jewels. “I’m Ana. Pleased to meet you, Tegan.” She held out her hand and he accepted, noting the softness of her skin. He gave a firm quick shake before letting go.
“So, you’re a runner. Do you run marathons?” She tossed a handful of nuts out to the waiting squirrels.
“No, I just enjoy the freedom and solitude of running in the forest. It helps me think.” He watched the furry creatures grab their food and scatter to a safe distance. “And you? I see you here every morning with your entourage.” He waved to the band of squirrels, and she let out a soft, carefree laugh that he found delightful.
“I also love the solitude of the forest. It makes me forget my problems.” She shoved her hands into her pockets and looked to the sky. The morning sun filtered through the trees and kissed her face, making her look angelic. Every time he passed her on his morning run, he contemplated choosing her to father his daughter. He sensed she would be a good mother, loving and nurturing. But did she believe in

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