Re: Strolling for Stories
Posted: Tue Sep 02, 2008 3:35 pm
The tender breath was greeted with an equally tender touch as the threesome followed the cool, crisp stream. Thoughts of her elfen male always whisked her mind away as easily as a fall leaf on a strong wind, yet they returned just as easily.
"Very observant of you, my dear. Yes, they are still key in what is woven, particularly my mother and I as we exist on the very threads of life, just as we exist in all times. It isn't much worth noting, in truth; just that our spirits wander freely on plains of existence unknown to many others."
Sign looked back, blowing that strand of hair loose as she caught Songhue in the middle of an unsteady step. If not for the mare the small fae would have fallen.
"Easy, Sign, hush now. I'm alright."
Sign did quiet her fussing, quickly turning to face forwards again as they moved. She didn't know where they were going or how far it was, or even if her bonded knew.
"You and Wolfy have that in common. Each of you forgets to concentrate on what your feet are doing."
"Is that your only comment?"
"Not in the least. How long have you known this drow? Do you honestly like him or is it just a way of preserving your clan? Why have I never seen anyone in this clan, your mother even? And your father, where is he now that his daughter is so weak?"
"There is anger in your words."
"Of course there is, Songhue. What did you expect?"
Anger first, weariness following. Such was the reason for her secrets; that no other be burdened with these things she knew.
"Anger in love is still anger, my dear, and therefor destructive."
"Know it all."
"Mother hen."
They smiled, each feeling a warmth in their hearts, an acceptance for how the other was. It was sweet, rare, and cherished for each of them.
"Enough of such shadows and tears, in any case. Look, Flutter, see how the stream widens and allows stones upon the surface now. See how the trees do dance as the smooth earth glimmers in the moist light, how the stars do wink as they awaken. There is life and hope all around, always."
Sign stopped as she spoke, looking for herself as twilight blossomed around them. She wasn't tired, herself, and knew for a fact that twilight was the fae's favorite time. Yet Flutter would undoubtedly have elsewhere to be.. Or other interests than an old fae and her seaside Serian.
Snorting quietly, she helped Songhue over to a log, grinning as she was thanked with a tender touch and a light kiss upon her muzzle. Such a strange little creature.. She seemed to speak easiest when there was naught a word to be heard.
"I can hardly wait to get into that stream," she nickered. She trotted over, snatching a few peaches from a nearby tree to pile them in Songhue's lap, and trotted by Flutter with a happy, playful wink. Whatever anger or concern she had previously held was now banished in thoughts of water spray and making her bonded laugh with random antics.
For Songhue, there were few greater joys than seeing those she cared for in good spirits. Sign wasn't about to stop trying to help, would never cease her efforts to learn and listen, but for now they could wait. For now, the distracted little fae needed a smile and she planned on providing it.
"Very observant of you, my dear. Yes, they are still key in what is woven, particularly my mother and I as we exist on the very threads of life, just as we exist in all times. It isn't much worth noting, in truth; just that our spirits wander freely on plains of existence unknown to many others."
Sign looked back, blowing that strand of hair loose as she caught Songhue in the middle of an unsteady step. If not for the mare the small fae would have fallen.
"Easy, Sign, hush now. I'm alright."
Sign did quiet her fussing, quickly turning to face forwards again as they moved. She didn't know where they were going or how far it was, or even if her bonded knew.
"You and Wolfy have that in common. Each of you forgets to concentrate on what your feet are doing."
"Is that your only comment?"
"Not in the least. How long have you known this drow? Do you honestly like him or is it just a way of preserving your clan? Why have I never seen anyone in this clan, your mother even? And your father, where is he now that his daughter is so weak?"
"There is anger in your words."
"Of course there is, Songhue. What did you expect?"
Anger first, weariness following. Such was the reason for her secrets; that no other be burdened with these things she knew.
"Anger in love is still anger, my dear, and therefor destructive."
"Know it all."
"Mother hen."
They smiled, each feeling a warmth in their hearts, an acceptance for how the other was. It was sweet, rare, and cherished for each of them.
"Enough of such shadows and tears, in any case. Look, Flutter, see how the stream widens and allows stones upon the surface now. See how the trees do dance as the smooth earth glimmers in the moist light, how the stars do wink as they awaken. There is life and hope all around, always."
Sign stopped as she spoke, looking for herself as twilight blossomed around them. She wasn't tired, herself, and knew for a fact that twilight was the fae's favorite time. Yet Flutter would undoubtedly have elsewhere to be.. Or other interests than an old fae and her seaside Serian.
Snorting quietly, she helped Songhue over to a log, grinning as she was thanked with a tender touch and a light kiss upon her muzzle. Such a strange little creature.. She seemed to speak easiest when there was naught a word to be heard.
"I can hardly wait to get into that stream," she nickered. She trotted over, snatching a few peaches from a nearby tree to pile them in Songhue's lap, and trotted by Flutter with a happy, playful wink. Whatever anger or concern she had previously held was now banished in thoughts of water spray and making her bonded laugh with random antics.
For Songhue, there were few greater joys than seeing those she cared for in good spirits. Sign wasn't about to stop trying to help, would never cease her efforts to learn and listen, but for now they could wait. For now, the distracted little fae needed a smile and she planned on providing it.