The gods had left, and the fog had cleared. The giant undead deer returned to the shadows from whence he came, and all manner of spooks and frights went with him.

Skokey stood in the shade of a giant flower, some of the fog still remaining. He looked to the giant pool of blood where the Pond was supposed to lay. He had the unfortunate accident of thinking it was merely a color change. But a big gulp of rusty, cold gunk slid down his throat in the most unpleasant manner imaginable. He knew once the water was purified, he would have to take another drink to get the horrid feeling out of his mouth.

Skokey let out a sigh, "Well, ghost, it's over. Your lover isn't here anymore."

There was a pause. I know.

"So that means you're returning to the afterlife?"

Correct.

Skokey waited, rolling his eyes. "Is that gonna happen soon?"

She sighed. I suppose, yes. Just step into a patch of sunlight, and I will leave you at peace.

Skokey made his way over to a well-known sunspot. And it was extra bright for a reason. Before treading on the ground that shone under it, he gave a long, deep bow. He took a few steps, and could feel some of the weight leave his spirit.

Skokey blinked under his mask. "Will you be back next year?"

Yes. But I do not think I will take up your body next time. You were definately a fighting spirit. And I can see you have much to take care of in your own life. I apologize for taking so much of your time away from your family. I will not bother you again next year.

He smiled. "If I see a deer with this costume, I'll be sure to check if it's you. By then I'm sure I'll look back on this and laugh."

You are indeed the kindred spirit, Skokey. I will be sure to find you next Hallow's Eve.

There was a long pause. Skokey finally spoke, "Aren't you going somewhere?"

There was no responce.

"Hello? Ghost in my head, are you there?"

The fog seemed to clear out of the one spot for a second, as if a wind had blown downwards to blow away the fog. But soon the haze came back to slightly block out the bright sunbeam.

Skokey felt completely free.

He shook off the long melted candles, and made his way over to Fulu and Zilant's area. He dropped off the mask under the tree, and bolted towards the Playground.

Fenqua sat under the slab, nursing two hungry fawns. They had been out playing all morning. It was about time for a little food and a good nap.

The doe saw a figure in the distance. She tilted her head, thinking it was another deer to admire all the lit candles around her home. But she saw that this stag was very familiar. Oranges and red speckled across a black pelt, with long handled antlers, and a shining golden mask.

Fenqua almost jumped up in delight, but soon remembered the twins weren't done eating. She stayed in her spot patiently until Skokey trotted up to her.

"Fenqua... I'm so happy to see you..." He nuzzled her without stopping. "I'm... so sorry..."

Fenqua returned his nuzzles, "It's okay... You couldn't do anything about it..." She glanced down, noticing the fawns were nuzzling him too. "It won't... happen again, will it?..."

Skokey shook his head slightly. "No... Not again... I made sure of that..."

Fenqua leaned her face against his neck. "I missed you..."

He nodded, rubbing his face against her a little more. "I missed you too."

They finally broke apart and looked at each other. Skokey smiled, and kissed her on the cheek.

"You're so beautiful, Fen..."

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sorry, needed to update. yay, Skokey's free! and hes sappier than ever! XD

can you imagine going three weeks without seeing your honey? it would suck wouldnt it? (although... i dont have one XD)