Inspired by Cosmosdex

After the Puzzle

It happened so suddenly.
Arron wanted a companion of his own, but with so many fey surrounding Gozer, he thought of the ones who are still seeking purpose.
And sure enough, one came home with him. They were quickly shooed away afterwards, with the two of them now walking in the woods.
Arron Tired Cekeki
So, uh...
??? Fey of Discoveries
Yes?
But if Arron has to be honest, he honestly did not think that far. Fey were terrifying forces, and one has to be careful of their intentions.
Yet still, he couldn't help but be happy this one chose him.
Arron Tired Cekeki
I have to be honest with you, dear friend.
Arron Tired Cekeki
The tales of fey and what they do are whispered amongst the trees.
Arron Tired Cekeki
You must pardon me for being a little wary that you decided to become mine.
??? Fey of Discoveries
Ah! Ahahaha!
??? Fey of Discoveries
No, it is alright to be careful! I don't blame you at all.
??? Fey of Discoveries
I can't help but be grateful, though. I'm not bound anymore.
Arron Tired Cekeki
I'm happy to hear it.
Arron Tired Cekeki
Say, now that you mention it. If you're not limited to these woods, how about a new name?
??? Fey of Discoveries
Hmmm. My name is my own, and I must keep it as such.
??? Fey of Discoveries
The name you plan for me, I shall add it as mine.
Arron Tired Cekeki
Let me think...
The two find a small clearing, with a rock just big enough for Arron to sit and ponder. He settles with a hand on his chin, trying to think of where to go from here.
Arron Tired Cekeki
This would be better if my brother were here. He'd find you a name in an instant.
??? Fey of Discoveries
You have a brother?
Arron Tired Cekeki
Yes, I do. The two of us are...
A pause.
??? Fey of Discoveries
Complicated?
Arron Tired Cekeki
Quite.
??? Fey of Discoveries
I see longing in those eyes. Are you looking for him?
Arron Tired Cekeki
....
Now that he's thinking about it, why did he end up visiting this planet knowing what disasters it could bring to his life?
At first, it didn't even register that he might have been looking for someone, anyone at all.
Sure, the companions in his ship are great...but...
Arron Tired Cekeki
I guess you could say I am.
...Sometimes, family matters are more important. And here he was, distracted from it all.
??? Fey of Discoveries
Perhaps I could help you, now that we are here.
Arron Tired Cekeki
Oh, I guess so!
Arron Tired Cekeki
Would you like to help me?
??? Fey of Discoveries
If you can help me too.
??? Fey of Discoveries
I only ask for a favor of my own. That once you are done here, we can explore the stars together.
This charms him enough, and an idea of inspiration strikes him like lightning.
Arron Tired Cekeki
Aha! I got it!
He beckons the fey to come closer, and they move forward, going to his level.
??? Fey of Discoveries
Have you thought of something?
Arron Tired Cekeki
Indeed!
Arron Tired Cekeki
From now on, you are Gyldan, my companion and friend adorned in gold.
Arron Tired Cekeki
...What do you think?
Gyldan Fey of Discoveries
That is my name.
Gyldan Fey of Discoveries
I shall make it so.
Arron Tired Cekeki
Very good. Now, when we go to adventures together, I no longer have to yell "Aid me, Fey of Discoveries!" because that's too long for my own good.
Gyldan Fey of Discoveries
Ahahaha!
Arron Tired Cekeki
And yes, of course. Once we're done here...we can go wherever you want.
Arron Tired Cekeki
Wherever we want, so long as the stars take us.
The fey, very pleased, nods eagerly. For the time they had been walking, it wondered whether this was the right choice.
No promises were made, only a goal to do so much more. That was enough for them.
A shot in the dark lit up the sky.