The cool water lapped at the edges of the brook, on such a hot day it was a welcomed retreat from the blazing stare of the sun. The branches of the trees offered shelter from wondering eyes, it was calm and quiet here. In the shallows of the water bathed the strangest creature, yet her beauty was unquestionable.

Her tiny body was covered in a russet gold fur, bright purple eyes stared out at the world, blazing with intelligence. Standing upon four legs, body similar to that of a lynx, the creature flicked her two tails. After a moment she approached the structure, and moved to stand in the centre. The dazzling colours from the glass stained roof danced along her back, painting her in a stunning display of greens, purples, blues and pinks.

Curling up into a small ball the creature began to hum softly and happily. It was the hymn of a love story, one so beautiful yet broken. It’s ending could be considered happy she supposed but that was a tale for a different time. Once the song ended the Lynx simply began to softly purr, her eyes trained upon the entrance of the structure. Today should be that day that she would come.

So the Lynx waited, tails twitching from time to time.

@[Resplendence]
She may decide if others are open to post here or not.

When the dragon appears a smile dances upon her lips, she can see the bond weaved around their souls, connecting them. As her song dies and she beings to purr, finally she can see the one who she seeks. From her place upon the ground she watches as the dragon settles with the beautiful mare, impressed by their closeness and the brightness of their bond. Uncurling herself the creature stood and offered a sweet smile before moving closer towards the one she had been waiting for.

"Resplendence," her voice is deep with a hint of a growl, yet there is a mystical sense in her voice. The magic is woven into her voice and the purple in her eyes sparkle as she speaks. Ears swivel, searching for any other sounds, always alert. The lynx was not a fan of the masses, she preferred to stay invisible unless meeting with those whom she had business with. But no, there is nothing and no one. Not quite, anyway. Her massive eyes continue to peer curiously at the gorgeous mare who is much larger than herself. The circumstances of their meeting was rather strange; magic had entertained their destinies together, even if the mare did not know it yet.

After a moment she turns back to look out of the structure, scanning the brook then the forest around them. It felt as if fate itself was watching them at the moment. After watching history being written, the lynx felt as if she had a right to judge who was worthy of what. And judge she had. Turning back, the creature tilts her head to the side - once again staring at Resplendence. "The tales do not do you justice it would seem." She breathes faintly and contemplatively. Stopping to think, the lynx closing her eyes against the brightness of the world.

"I have been waiting for you." Still with her eyes closed the creature's voice is calm and quiet and she begins speaking. She is small and not even slightly intimidating, yet today she is serving fate and so speaks with confidence. Opening her eyes and turning them upon the mare, she pauses before beginning their journey together. "How do feel about love and life?" Such a simple question, yet it was a personal one. Hopefully it would not scare away the mare, the lynx wanted her to open up and expose her soul.

@[Resplendence]

The light sound of laughter falls from the Lynx's mouth- a gentle sound that seems to float with the breeze. "Indeed, this must be strange for you." Perhaps she should not have been so abrupt, a gentler approach may have been more favourable. Yet there was so much to do! Time ought not to be wasted, surely the mare would understand this. The creature’s gaze shows her placid nature, there is no judgement or worry, just a tranquil smile upon the creature’s lips. "My friends whisper to me, they tell me of your service to your herd." A tilt of her small head. "Your kind nature." The mare shuddered a little, and a few startled blinks causes another laugh to fall from the creature’s lips. Delightful, the reactions of mortals were always a source of amusement. It reminded her just how precious life truly was. "I go by many names." A thoughtful tone hinders her normally amicable voice. "I like the name Cairde, you may call me this." This was the name her mother had blessed her with, it remained close to her heart and perhaps it always would. Time had unsuccessfully lessened her love for this name.

Confusion crosses the beautiful creature’s face as Resplendence seems to worry, a break comes to their conversation as the stunning mare glances around. "Well of course." Cairde good heartily teases Resplendence. "Love is the foundation of life and what is anything without life itself?" The creature hums a single note, it is highpiched yet lovely. Magic laces the very strands of Cairde's voice, causing the note to echo. Then another. This note is deeper than the previous, yet they form a simple and quick melody as they softly echo around the structure. At different times the lynx adds another note until a complete and beautiful harmony is sounding around the structure. Eventually the notes fade into the wind. "One can not exist without the other…or the other elements of life."

Waiting for the mare to gather her thoughts, Cairde simply watches both Resplendence and Valiance. Another swallow from he mare, the lynx smirks as her pale ear flickers back and forth- they watched each other. Silence had settles between them, but the creature was okay with this, comfortable and content to wait for the gorgeous mare.
Unconditional, trusting, deserving. So far the creature likes what she is hearing and agrees. Resplendence nods and then her voice builds strength, Cairde smiles her encouragement. Listening to the words the creature closes her eyes, the memories stimulating these words must be beautiful, bright and vibrant. They are also dark, hollow and empty. Sensing the sadness and pain within Resplendence's memories Cairde's smile stiffens slightly. The pain of the past never really faded for some, it suffocated them, drowning them underneath the pressing pain that is life. "Life's experiences change us all, the pain can be good. The pain can be too much for the rest." Respectfully the lynx bows her head, a somber expression painting her face as she opened her eyes and looks upon the one fate had summoned here. "You are strong. You have survived and thrived."

Cairde starts and wonders past Resplendence, her eyes now trained upon nature around them. "You're asking the wrong questions again." Why. That question wastes so much time. A ladybug crawls along a leaf, the creature watches it, waiting until it flys off before she turns to look upon the mare again. Picking a new tune, the lynx beings to hum softly, willing Resplendence closer. Part of her wondered if the mare understood what was truly happening here, perhaps she would leave thinking it had just been luck but it was so much more than that. Turning back to nature, Cairde bent closer to the leaf she had been examining, her eyes running along the branch that connected it to the tree. As she hummed the notes seemed to brand themselves into the tree, lighting up the bark in a bright gold display of the creature's magic. "Come." She waited for the mare to join her at the tree.

@[Resplendence] - So sorry about the wait!!

What questions should she be asking? Yet another useless question that was a waste of everyone’s time! Could she not see?! Perhaps she had not been clear enough with her questions about love and life before. Everything was affected by emotion, the way mortals experienced things, how they felt changed the entire nature of encounters. Both could be changed by someone who had the ability to influence the others. The mare finally comes closer to see what is happening, Cairde smiles at her look of awe while watching the golden marks upon the tree.

Tilting her head the lynx waits for the show to begin, without a doubt this was her favourite moment; glancing between Resplendence and the tree it is clear that the creature is expecting something spectacular to happen. The closer Resplendence moves the brighter the gold becomes, it’s as if the notes shine brighter with excitement. As the mare comes to a stop Cairde smiles and takes more than a few steps back, the golden marks spark and spit out flakes as it peels itself away from the tree. Watching as the gold floats through the air towards Resplendence, the lynx giggles once. The gold begins to surround the lightly shaded mare, spinning around her and picking up speed with every passing second. As it spins each marking blends into another until they become a smooth golden surface. It isn’t long before the mare is fully encased in a spinning gold orb; the magic coming from the orb is beautiful. It is bright and with Resplendence fully concealed within the orb Cairde smiles and closes her eyes listening to the music as it floats through the air. The sounds flow through the woods calling to every passing animal, waking them from slumbers and causing them to pause in their routine. After about thirty seconds Cairde opens her eyes to watch the last bit of the transformation. The orb expands and holds it’s new size for only a moment until it snaps. An almighty CRACK echoes throughout the woods cutting out the music completely while the golden orb has disappeared into Resplendence, binding to her soul.

Laughing at the show of magic the lynx stands and offers Resplendence one last friendly smile, delighted by what she had just seen. That had been the brightest binding yet. Yes, she had chosen well. “There is only one question you should be asking.” Her voice is soft and patient. “How can I be better?” Nodding at mare and dragon alike it is only a moment before she speaks again. "Use my gift well child." With that the creature turns and begins to walk back into the woods. Every step the lynx takes she grows bigger, yet her entire body fades. Eventually she becomes one with the woods, there is no trace of her expect for the faintest of songs still lingering in the air.