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"Illusen's Quest" by greencheese79
Kiera heard the rhythmic pattering of rain begin its chorus against the living room window pane and her heart leaped in excitement. "It's raining!" The Green Usul cheered out to her dad, landing two firm palms against the glass and nearly her entire face. "You have to go outside with me!" She had already been outside once to look around, as was her annual tradition on Illusen Day. This day, to her, marked the first day of Spring, and she loved to see all of the changes the day would bring. Even the birds seemed to change their morning melodies to welcome in the new season. "Sorry, hun. I just put your brother down for a nap. I can't leave him in the house by himself," her dad answered from the kitchen. Kiera's lower lip trembled a bit from the unexpected answer. One of her favourite memories was three years earlier on Illusen Day when her dad spent most of the afternoon with her in the rain. They spent much of their time taking shelter in her tree fort, but they enjoyed the first day of Spring together. "Why does he always spoil special moments?" Kiera said, tears welling in her eyes as she entered the kitchen. She loved her younger brother, but every time she did anything fun, it somehow ended because of him. As though he was sabotaging her special moments. Her dad sensed this, as it was often a topic that came up when Kiera was disappointed. "Come in here. Mom made us some hot chocolate before she left to visit grandma," he said, gesturing towards a pair of steaming mugs on the kitchen table. Kiera gave a weak smile and sat down. It was cozy drinking hot chocolate on rainy days. She took a sip, but her signature pout failed to melt away. "It's okay. I know you love Illusen Day," her dad said to acknowledge her frustration. "But don't you remember the last time it rained on Illusen Day? We had so much fun outside together. And now Nelson-" Kiera said, but...

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