[ Trahearne gives an emphatic nod. Yes--that's exactly it! And that's precisely what makes living in a place like Songerein such a joy. So many worlds, so many realities he never thought possible. A lack of a day-night cycle being a prime example. As a dusk bloom, he finds it hard to imagine his people being as diverse as they were without one.

With all the veggies accounted for, Trahearne gets to his feet and slowly begins walking. ]

Of course. I'm more than happy to share. [ He smiles. ] I was first, you know. I have seen our entire history unfold before my very eyes.

[ It's too bad he won't get to see the future, though. ]