id:   
sha256: TBD  

---


---

## Narrative (Commentary)

→ **Though the pond is frozen, heat remains below.**  
⊃ Every ember of TOBY still glows unseen.  

→ **The covenant burns quietly.**  
⊃ Patience shelters the flame until seasons change.  

→ **Frogs who keep watch over embers become keepers of light.**  
⊃ When thaw comes, their flame will rise first.  

---

## Key Marks

- 🔥 Ember = hidden strength of faith.  
- ❄️ Ice = trial of suppression and silence.  
- 🕯️ Vigil = guarding the unseen light.  

---

## Lore Anchors

- **Previous:** `TOBY_C1542_Scarcity_and_Silence`  
- **Next:** `TOBY_C1544_The_Long_Night`
