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No. His mother's initial staunch refusal makes the colt's ears flop nervously to either side, and he gazes beseechingly at the grey mare. "Mai...." She states they're far too young, and Arakh racks his brain for a counter-argument. Yes, they are young, but that shouldn't prove an obstacle. They'll be looked after, and they'll have each other to lean on.
After what seems like an intense mental battle, his dam relents, and the calf's body sags with relief. She says she will visit them every day, and the colt nods intently, nestling closer into his mother's familiar grey fur. "We visit Mai too." How could they not? Their mother has single-handedly raised them, so completely abandoning her would just be wrong.
He looks to Tembovu as the large man speaks. Arakh begins to fret; what if they get their mother's permission only to be stymied by their king? Thankfully, Tembovu does not dismiss their question, and the colt sagely nods his head in thanks. The king also offers Nyx to go with them - Arakh's eyes widen and he looks hopefully at his dam, thinking how amazing it would be if she came with them as well. He knows it is unlikely, however; the silver mare is bound to the Edge, it is her home and always has been.
Tembovu addresses them directly then, and the colt nods a sombre nod. "Rak and Esi visit often. Love Mai - not want to leave her." As the large man disappears into the Edge, Arakh watches his retreating form with interest before turning to Esi with excitement in his gaze. It's almost time to make the biggest move of their young lives!
[ ARAKH ]
