This is an alternate universe of sorts for an alternate universe. Just a different story line for a collection I havent written for in a very long time.There are some loose ends and Amber and Tao need to straighten out, namely one particular red thread that just wont let them part. ForewordShe knows his silhouette. Those shoulders. The sound of his voice as he hums.It’s a happy hum at that. He’s at peace.Even from here, his presence is familiar and calming...But he shouldn’t be here.