Patrolling was Levi’s life. The soldier flew back and forth between the border lines, orbs alert and ready for anyone or anything that could step into the soft granules of the Throat. Of course he was not going to let a soul pass without seeing what business they had in his home. The grullo did not mind this job; however, it usually got tiring from of all the flying and the hot sun resting so forcefully upon his back. It was not easy, no, but it was worth it. Protecting the Throat was Levi’s number one goal. He wanted his family to be safe and wanted them to know that nothing would get past the patrolling soldiers without a fight and they would all be safe.

Silver irises see the same things over and over, but there was something new to the area each time because the sun was getting hotter and hotter. So the area seemed to be getting brighter. Levi was feeling a bit tired from all of this sun and needed to grab a quick drink before he could go back on patrol. Slowly, Levi turned in the opposite direction eyeing each little detail of the Throat in case of trespassers and flew towards the animated river. But just at the right moment something caught his eye.

Briskly, the brute twisted his body in the direction of this soul in which the he vaguely spotted a two figures. One had an ivory mane and dry palomino coloring as the sands and another white with stripes coming into the Throat. He could not make out any detailing of the unknown figures so Levi glided gracefully towards the unknown so that he could see what business this horse had in the his home. Sometimes horses who wanted to join would come to ask for permission to join, traveling to the red desert. But other times, trespassers would try and make their way into the herd. Either way, Levi had to go and see what their business was and why there were here. Patrols were stricter than they had ever been and now with Kri gone it was going to be hard. Spreading his wings, he pressed upon the rippling air to pick up speed and quickly he prepared to land in front of this…

Whoa, wait!

It was not someone that Levi did not know, these figures were Romani and Kasai! Oh, Romani, one of his dearest friends! How nice that she had come to visit him. A grin was brought to the stallions features. Of course the silver stallion was pleased that she was in his presence, but suddenly he noticed the details of her face. Why did she look so drained? Her head was heavy as it tugged towards the ground. Her features looked tired and she looked like she was flimsy, about to fall at any moment. “Romani!” Levi bellowed to her, making a quick landing in front of her. Quickly, the brute reached out with his muzzle, pressing the top of his nose underneath her head and letting it rest on his. His body was pressed against hers, sweaty, but cooling. His features blazoned with concern as he gasped for air, he was nervous with what was going on. “Romani, what’s wrong my dear friend? Are you alright?” His voice was almost a whisper talking calmly to her. Orbs flickered towards Kasai, shooting her a concerned look, but a quick welcoming smile. Keeping his strength strong, he had to keep himself a bit lower since Romani was so much shorter than him. It was the first time he could actually feel her presence brushing against his. She was so tiny in size, but muscular. It was the warrior in her build. She may be tiny, but she was mighty and this was what puzzled Levi. He did not know what was wrong and he was concerned because he had never seen her in such a state before. His friend was always so pleasant and strong, but now she rest upon him, lame. Patiently, he let the irony maned fae rest her weight upon his just hoping that Romani was alright.

@[Romani]

"blah blah blah."

His heart sinks in his broad chest as a feeling of unknown guilt starts to build. Levi had never seen the ivory princess in such a dilemma before, in fact, she always seemed to have herself together. Throughout all the times the trio had met, the ‘strong’ soldier was the one who was more of a child in behavior than her. She was always strong just like warrior and had the determination of an ox. Her heart was another story for it was honorable and bled kindness. So why in hell would she be acting like this? And it was like the word vomit could not stop spilling out of her sadden mouth. Her tone sounded dry and tired. Romani needed water, she was about to faint. “Romani,” He paused to look at her.“Common milady, you need water immediately.”

Concern again fell upon his features, and he kept her weight on her velvet muzzle against his, letting her rest upon his strength for as long as she needed. His ears tipped forwards as he listened, ready to comfort her. He did not say one word, but just listened until there was a buzzing silence. He felt her muzzle leave his and then burry into his shoulder, or well, what she could reach. There was quite a height different, but even so she still managed to bury herself into him. Her plush fur pressed into his hot, sweaty body. She was so soft and seemed so weak, Levi could not help but comfort his friend. “Romani,” He whispered, opening his wing to drape it over her slender body. “Shh, my dear friend. It is alright I am here for you…” His voice trailed off as he urged his muzzle to bury it gently into to the top of her head. Then he turned his muzzle to kiss her head gently, letting her have to comfort she wanted. Even though he had no idea what she was talking about, he wanted her to know that he was there for her.

The reassuring purr of Kasai brought hope to all of the saddened emotions. Reaching with his other wing, he stretched down to stroke Kasai’s back, returning the loving affection that he adored from the white feline.

Then he removed his wing, momentarily, so that he could nudge into her shoulder, to force her to walk forward to the lively, quenching river. Then he slowly walked beside her, draping his wing over her to protect her from the burning heat. He had so many buzzing thoughts in his mind, but he did not want to say anything until they got to the river.

Once they arrived shortly after the trio’s meeting, Levi walked Romani and Kasai to the water’s edge. Retracting his wing, he shoved his cranium into the water, filling wings with water. They sparkled like diamonds in the sun as the refreshing water trickled from his wings. Then he draped them once more over her neck and back allows the cool drops to caress down her neck. He wanted to cool her down and he also wanted her to be able to grab a drink herself, so once he was done cooling the fae down, he let her have her space.

Now it was his turn to speak. The only time she would be speaking like this is because someone, Xanthos, must have broken her heart.

“It’s his loss, Romani. Doesn’t this Xanthos know who he is losing? Why, probably the most amazing girl in the world.” He offered Romani a grin as he searches kindly for her gaze. His words were as serious as he had ever been, although, He was not sure if he was on the right track, but he hoped he was. “You don’t have to do anything Romani, just relax.” Levi’s silver orbs never leave her gaze. “I won’t leave you Romani, why would I? You can stay with me as long as you need, you’re always welcome here.” His honey-coated vocals chime to her. The grullo warrior stands beside her, as he nuzzles into her cautiously not to be so hard. Levi breaths in her sweet scent and he waits for her to reply, his head buried into her neck.

@[Romani]

"blah blah blah."