!! The Hanging Tree

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Africa the Starry-Eyed Posts: 727

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Mare :: Pegasus :: 16 :: 6 (Tallsun) Buff: NOVICE

Silas :: Common Zephyr :: Roc Riven

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02-02-2015, 02:10 PM (This post was last modified: 02-02-2015, 02:10 PM by Africa.)

The distinct drum of approaching hooves unsettled her weary state of mind and long wilting ears stiffened to heed the sound. Pale, yellow eyes glittered with anticipation as they rummaged through the trees around them, searching for any murmur in the shadows and she could not help but slide a little nearer to her pastel companion.

Briefly she passed cautious eyes across Rasta’s strangely pearlescent stare, but a broadening smile was rising through the other mare’s expression and Africa couldn’t help but linger curiously. Who is it she asked silently? Partly to Silas who was perched nearby in a tall juniper, and half also to her listening sister – though she dared not interrupt with voice.

As the zephyr skipped from one branch to another higher up, there was a muffled rustle of movement. Shrewd violet eyes picked the path of a tall, mottled stallion and they narrowed carefully. Stallion... he answered his beloved, guarding tone from simmering concern. He was unfamiliar.

Still she watched the petite palomino, and instead of the wariness that had first prickled through her coat, Africa found curiosity bubbling into her mind. All questions were answered promptly as the striking beast slipped from his cover nearby and danced to the side of her sister – the pang of protectiveness quickly faded as they caressed one another adoringly. Lean white forelegs shuffled to the side, granting his intimidating presence complete access, and she regarded him at first only with a shy nod.

There was a fresh not of elation as Rasta’s voice rang forth in turn, introducing Africa, and demurely the one-winged smiled. "Hi..." she barely whispered when she figured it was appropriate, and again the blind mare’s words slithered into existence. Her long frame swayed subtly as she watched subconsciously the weight of her friend lean against Alleo. Unsure if she should say anything further – or if they had private matters to discuss – she drew a breath and mentioned, "it is a beautiful part of the world, praise the Earth..."

A gentle, thoughtful smile curled apart her lips, as she dithered before the couple. The Starry-Eyed really was not sure what else to say.

Africa

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