[ The tension in Trahearne's shoulders eases with relief as Eustace catches Phantom and the castle itself vanishes from around them, placing them back on the forest.
Yes, there is plenty to learn from this encounter, but Phantom's comfort is paramount in this moment.
Someone is missing, though.
Trahearne crouches down and taps some of the crunchier dried leaves by him, scanning the area. And when he spots movement, finding who he's looking for, he opens his arms to catch her.
Maybe he's not strong enough to carry Phantom, but he can at least carry Miss Christine. ]
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Yes, there is plenty to learn from this encounter, but Phantom's comfort is paramount in this moment.
Someone is missing, though.
Trahearne crouches down and taps some of the crunchier dried leaves by him, scanning the area. And when he spots movement, finding who he's looking for, he opens his arms to catch her.
Maybe he's not strong enough to carry Phantom, but he can at least carry Miss Christine. ]