She has an accent that I cannot quite place, though my name rolls easily from her tongue. For a moment, I almost think that I have imagined it, but her next question sounds the same. She seems kind, wise, and I immediately like her. I can see why Rowan looks up to her, as quiet and withdrawn as she is. Cassiopeia exudes a certain gentleness that I am sure would be effective on my dear friend. "Only a few weeks," I admit with a smile of my own. Her scrutinization does not go unnoticed, and in fact, I glance quickly over her as well, though I am sure that I will not easily forget her. "But I have found it to be most pleasant thus far."

I will not go into the details of my love life or my friendships, but I have been truly blessed in coming here. Note is everything I could have asked for and then some, a stallion that will care for me, a steed I can create a family with, a prince charming that will make my dreams come true. And Rowan, my dearest friend, would be nearby always, with her soft-spoken nature and her incredible intelligence, with her kind heart shrouded in a shy nature. I love them both, and beyond just that, I have my adopted youngling Azeen, so open and trusting, such a curious personality. Levi, too, is a friend, though I am not sure how to consider him after hearing Phaedra's story. And Phae, too, can find me here easily, for as far as I know she is a friend to the Throat. Or, at least, not an enemy.

Thinking of them, I am reminded of the stress that I had been hiding from, pushing to the back of my mind, and I am reminded of why I have chosen the path that I have. I yearn for knowledge, for the ability to heal other's pain - not physical wounds, but mental. "I mentioned that Rowan had spoken most highly of you, but I did not mention that I would like to follow her chosen path, if you would have me learn." It is, perhaps, quickly asked, but then I have never been one for small talk. It has only been recently that I have emerged from my lonely, shy shell, began conversations without being dragged in. I am still new to this, and I hope that she will not fault me for it.

"talk talk talk"

Live... I want to live on fire
Die... I want to burn out brighter
Brighter than the northern lights
Want to live to feel the daylight