[PRP]Danger in the Night {Sable & Koemi}

[Pijrrh]

Sable walked, taking care not to trip as she made her way down the path. The moon was waning, and it had been full about a week ago, so although it was not pitch black, it wasn't easy to see. She wasn't sure why she was awake, exactly, but she'd been a light sleeper for quite a while now -- probably since she'd been on her own, herdless. She thought as she walked, and guessed it had probably been about two years now, and she was starting to think about finding a new herd to be a part of. It was getting lonely being by herself, and she missed having jovial interactions with herdmates and friends. But tonight, it's just me... she thought, sighing lightly. Her hooves hit the packed dirt path, making a dull sound as she traveled. Then, off to her left, she heard the faint rustle of a bush or tree. Curious, but cautious, she turned to face the direction it had originated. Hmm, someone else awake?? It'd be nice to have some company. Sable stood still and waited to see what, if anything, would emerge.

dawns_aura

 

[dawns_aura]

Swamp water green eyes glowed in the dark, small ear winglets flapping as she danced down the dark path, barely lit with waning moonlight. She giggled madly as she looked around searching for mischief.

Normally the mare was harmless. Slightly mad, but nothing too dangerous. Her mood swings kept in check by her familiar or her mate. But the absence of her familiar and a few other factors led to her more insane state this night. She was out this night letting her more predatory nature out to play as she was out for blood.

It had been too long since she last felt the bones of a small fish crunch beneath her hooves, or the slime of an exploding frog. She needed this again. And while she normally attempted to hide this side of herself from others, damned be any soq who stumbled upon her this night. For they might find themselves her target rather than the smaller, more defenseless creatures.

She heard the clip-clopping of hooves nearby. So she had a different target this night. Her mind cleared briefly, just long enough to advise caution. It wouldn't be smart to simply rush in. Perhaps she could lull them into a false sense of security before making her move.

'Little mouse, little mouse where are you?
Little mouse, little mouse, I am coming for you.' She sang under her breath, giggling as she left the underbrush and joined the path. She would wait here for the creature to come to her...

Nikkichomp

 

[Pijrrh]

The silence stretched on as both she and whatever had brushed against the bush held still. Her head turned side-to-side but there was still no sign of anyone. Sable took a tentative step in the direction she thought the sound had originated from. When nothing happened, she took another step, and then a third. She paused, uncertain. It was probably nothing, just a mouse or a rabbit, but what if it was something larger? Perhaps a wolf, or a bear? Or much, much worse - a Skinwalker? Her hide twitched, shuddering at the thought. No, she most certainly did not need to encounter such a being. Especially since she was alone with no one to help her defend against what would surely be vicious attacks.

Her mind raced. Various dangerous possibilities flitted their way through her thoughts, her heart beginning to beat harder. Would she be safe? Would she need to put her speed to use and dash away?
“Calm down, calm down,” she told herself. “You’re getting frightened over nothing.” She gathered her scattered nerves and stood a little taller. She steeled herself, determined not to appear scared, and moved slowly toward the source of the sound once again.


 

[Pijrrh]

dawns_aura

Forgot to quote xd  

[dawns_aura]

Koemi giggled softly to herself. Holding as still and silent as she was able. Watching with glee as the mare started to grow more and more nervous. She was not yet to the place where playing with her would be any fun.

And by fun - without the stabilising influence of either her familiar or mate - she meant games that might end up in injury, and in the worst case scenario for whoever was the target, death.

It wasn't in her nature to be still or silent for long, so she shifted her weight from hoof to hoof in a sort of dance. Soon the mare would be close enough. And the game could begin.

She couldn't wait.

Nikkichomp

Sorry for the wait and shortness of the tag

 

[Pijrrh]

She settled down as her slow, tentative steps resulted in no surprises. Her muscles relaxed, gait lengthened back toward normal, but her eyes remained watchful. Caution was still very important in the middle of the night. She shook her head in an attempt to clear it. See, nothing to worry about, she reassured herself. Sable's stomach growled. She supposed this was as good a time as any to eat, and veered off the path into what smelled like a patch of clovers and sweet grass. Her head turned side to side, checking one last time for danger, then lowered to the ground to tear off a mouthful of food.

dawns_aura

No worries smile In case your muse is feeling active -- tag, you're it! Maybe they'll both get stats this month xd

 

[dawns_aura]

The mare started to settle. Apparently She was convinced that the area was not dangerous... or at least it was safe enough to let her guard down somewhat. A fact that pleased, disgusted and annoyed the unbalanced mare that was watching in the shadows. The world was filled with with dangers, even if it didn't seem so. And it was up to Koemi, in this instance, to remind the other mare of that fact.

Ear winglets flapping, Koemi decided it was time to make her presence known. And for the games to begin.

'Little mouse, little mouse where are you?' Her sing-song preceded her out of the shadows. 'It's time to play!'

Nikkichomp