The Blood Moon Ascendance
It had been some time since I'd last talked to the little mouse and I could not shake the feeling of unease that had settled over me in the meanwhile.
"Say, little friend," I began, turning my attention back to the mouse, "have you seen Lycidas around lately? I've been missing him something fierce."
The mouse paused mid-chew, its bright eyes fixed on mine with an almost knowing expression. Then, with a series of rapid squeaks, it launched into what sounded like a detailed account of its recent adventures.
I listened intently, nodding along as though I understood every word. Then when it was done, I fixed it with a dry stare and said: