Blue Spirit lowered himself onto the bed of sunflowers, his presence a tranquil anchor amidst the golden blooms. Blue and Daima wandered among the sunflowers, their petals brushing against their fingertips as they savored their delicate sweetness.
"Blue Spirit," Blue began, his voice tinged with sadness, "do you really need to go?"
Blue Spirit turned to look at Blue, his eyes reflecting the warmth of the setting sun. "No, my dear Blue, I don't need to go. But if I don't, I will continue to exist for another million years, wandering this world without purpose."
Blue's eyes welled with tears at the thought of parting ways with his newfound friend. "But why does it have to be this way?" he whispered, his voice choked with emotion.
Blue Spirit reached out and gently wiped away Blue's tears with a tender smile. "Because, dear Blue, it is the fleeting nature of life that makes it beautiful. Without endings, there can be no beginnings."
Feeling a surge of determination, Blue looked up at Blue Spirit with newfound resolve. "Let me come with you," he pleaded, his voice tinged with desperation.
Blue Spirit's smile widened, a hint of amusement dancing in his eyes. "Not yet, my dear Blue," he chuckled softly. "Your journey is just beginning, and there is still much for you to discover."
Blue and Blue Spirit locked eyes, a silent understanding passing between them. For the first time, Blue Spirit's smile reached his eyes, illuminating his face with a warmth that transcended words.
As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over the sunflower plateau, Blue and Blue Spirit stood together in silent companionship, their hearts intertwined by the fleeting beauty of life and the enduring bonds of friendship.
END OF CHAPTER 7