i will wear your love as

“Uncle Hal,” her eyes bear into his, and her lips pout out as she speaks, “I had a bad dream.”The spirit frowns, in reflection to her own. But there is no room for pain in his temple, so he smiles, in hopes that she will reflect him the same. “There is no danger here,” he assures. “My temple is safe, and so are you”And though the girl believes this, it doesn’t seem to get to the root of the issue. And though Hal can sense her next words, the weight of dread still weighs heavy.“My mom used to sleep with me when I had a bad dream…My dad would make me warm milk.”Hal shifts uncomfortably in his seat. His chest pounds. Of course. Of course, how is a child supposed to deal with any of this without her parents? [ E lei no au i ko aloha” or “I will wear your love as a wreath,” meaning “I will cherish your love as a beautiful adornment.” ]