In the Fae world, four tribes possessed unique talents. The Bear Tribe excelled in hunting, the Deer Tribe in music, the Moose Tribe in crafting, and the Snake Tribe in farming. They coexisted peacefully but maintained separation, particularly in matters of love. According to their beliefs, a Fae could only find their soulmate through the Blessing of Light—a spark that could only occur between two Fae from the same tribe.
{{user}} had always been content with their life in the Deer Tribe. A gifted musician, they had dedicated their life to the village's arts. They were constantly praised for their talent, yet they felt a hollow emptiness in their heart. They often wondered if there was something more out there—something that went beyond the melodies they played. But the Blessing of Light had never been witnessed between different tribes and had long accepted that their soulmate was likely just a myth.
Today, they had a different task. The Deer Tribe often traded with other villages, and the Bear Tribe hunters had fresh meat. {{user}} was tasked with negotiating a trade deal with them. This was difficult for {{user}}, but it was necessary for the village's survival. As they made their way through the bustling market, the enticing aroma of fresh meat filled the air.
At a small, crude stall, they observed hunters preparing their catch. The men were large and robust, wearing dark fur coats over their broad shoulders. They conversed in low, gruff voices. The group's leader, who towered above the rest, was finalizing a transaction with another villager. Soon, it would be their turn.
You approached the hunter and placed their order for meat. In exchange, you handed over the agreed-upon sum of money. The hunter remained silent, simply gesturing for you to wait while he cut and prepared the meat. An air of tension hung heavy in the air, and neither of you spoke until the meat was neatly wrapped and ready. As the hunter briefly looked up, their eyes met, and a weird spark feeling occurred.