So, there's this book I'm trying to write. I have a few scenes written, but not much. I'll probably put a few of these such scenes in Bits & Pieces, so I can get some feedback or something. Hope you like it!

The fire flickered, sending shadows dancing into the cold night. Frost that had covered everything was slowly melting away, fading into droplets of water. We sat around the flames, in a small group, all of us huddled closely together.

I felt a head fall onto my shoulder, and I turned my own to find Kaj had fallen asleep. He was as handsome as ever, especially with the soft glow of the fire around us. I reached out a hand, tucking a strand of his dark, thick hair behind his ear. I stared at him for a while, enjoying the sight.

"You guys are really good friends, aren't you?" Kaelara said gently as I looked up. I nodded, smiling a little. Nyx, being the annoying twin sister she is, smirked at me, and raised an eyebrow, silently telling me what she thought of our 'friendship'. It was impossible to hide anything from her.

I spent a bit longer staring at him, at the fire, at the night sky high above. The hushed conversations of my friends surrounded me, filling in the spaces and swirling together. As I gazed down at Kaj again, he shifted slightly and snuggled his head further into me. I held my breath, trying to keep still as I could for him.

Suddenly, his eyes opened, and he yawned as he looked up, realizing how we were sitting. His eyes were still full of sleepiness, but he lifted his head off my shoulder and sat up. He sent me a crooked smile, but I saw the worry and panic hidden behind it. He quickly glanced at the rest of our group, eyes glowing in the light of the fire.

I moved my hand, just a little, just enough to cover his own. He turned to me again, eyes still glazed with sleep, and the ghost of a smile hung on his face.

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We finally went to our tents, leaving Nyx and Damien on the first watch. Settling down to sleep, Kaj and I lay facing each other.

"Do you think any of them have guessed yet?" He had worry painted over his face, marring his beautiful features. "It won't be safe for us forever, you know. We might have to run."

I pulled him to me, tucking him into my chest. We fit together like a puzzle, each piece fitting perfectly together. (other than the hip bones and the odd elbow. Those hurt when they jabbed into you *shudder*) I sighed, listening to him breathe. "I know. My sister may have guessed already, but she won't tell a soul, I promise. And if we have to run, I'll be happy to if it means staying with you."

"Stars above, you're so mushy. You sound like a lovestruck idiot, you prick."

I just curled my arms tighter around him, feeling him relax, realizing how right he was. I was lovestruck, and I couldn't stop wishing we were able to love freely. I hated hiding, pretending I wasn't someone else. I couldn't stop thinking about it, even as my beloved's arms curled around me. I hated wearing a mask just so people wouldn't fear or despise me, just so they could have what they called happiness.

What about my own?

This little thing is 538 words long, and it's a moment when Cynfael (This is his first person perspective) is thinking about how the world they live in doesn't accept same sex relationships. He is also a twin and has shadow abilities (In this book, most people have some type of ability, usually related to the elements, but there's a few others: Light, shadow, electricity, telepathy, etc.). Both of those things are deeply frowned upon, so his life is already hard. Then you add in him being gay, too, and with those three things, basically everyone hates him. His sister also has these troubles, but a little less because she has less powerful shadow abilties and whatnot.

I hope you guys understood my large paragraph there, I was trying to explain without writing a whole book and a half. Tell me what you think, I would love some constructive criticism :3

Go have a great day. It's not an option otherwise, so go! Make your day happy! 

-lily the book (I wonder what type of book I am... Fantasy? Sci-Fi? An autobiography? hmmm...)