The sand where he sat was warm to the touch but the night beyond the fire was sharp with the cold. He got up and dragged fresh wood in under the bridge. He stood listening. The boy didnt stir. He sat beside him and stroked his pale and tangled hair. Golden chalice, good to house a god. Please dont tell me how the story ends.
The scene depicts a contrast between the warmth of the sand where a man sits and the coldness of the night surrounding them. The man gathers wood to keep the fire alive and checks on a boy who remains still beside him. His gentle touch on the boy's hair indicates a protective and affectionate bond between them.
The phrase "Golden chalice, good to house a god" suggests that the boy is precious, potentially symbolizing hope or purity in a harsh world. The man's request to not be told how the story ends reflects a desire to hold onto the moment and avoid the despair of an uncertain future.
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