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It was about time! Though the Hatching had been remarkably without incident, and therefore seemed relatively short...it was about time! The feasts were, of course, always the best part about hatchings - well, maybe not always. Not this time, anyway, since this time had somehow gotten her Bayeth. That was the surprise of her life, for sure.

Not that Lilah was looking forward to everything that would follow, the changes, weyrlinghood...but at least she was semi-prepared. She had paid some attention in lessons, even if she wasn't any good at them.

For now, though, her thoughts were on food! If there was anything that honestly made her happy or got her excited, it was food - eating it, anyway. She'd never been interested in or good at the whole preparation process. So, her cut thumb in her mouth and Bayeth at her side, Lilah eagerly surveyed what there was to be had.

S'ril was thrilled to finally get to eat! The call for the Candidates had roused him, and he had gotten nothing to eat that morning - or drink, come to think of it, as he realized how dry his mouth was. This feast was more than welcome, and even though it wasn't his first, it was certainly the best. With Aceth by his side, it would be the best feast he ever attended.

Do I get to eat, too? I could eat more!

The other voice in his mind startled him, still not quite used to the ever-present bond he felt there, but it was a good feeling when it didn't surprise him. "You've already eaten," he replied good-naturedly as Aceth bumped the back of his calf gently with her head. "I haven't had anything yet."

Fine! she replied in a tone that would be defiant from any other dragon. Just hurry up so you can meet my siblings and their riders. You might be mine, but you must at least meet them! S'ril could already tell that his little dragonet would exhaust him, though it seemed that everywhere she wanted him to go, she wanted him to go with a purpose. And he certainly couldn't deny that he should meet the others who had Impressed along with him. He hadn't recognized a single one of them...

A'jel had been to buisy with scanning faces that the bump from down below made him jump. Well now, that certainly looked like a gold on a mission... Thankfully no harm was done and no scene - his greatest fear - was caused.

It was then Andere spoke to him, and A'jel did his best to give her a smile, "No harm done, m'ladies," he said addressing them both.
A'jel hoped that would be a proper enough response, though it didn't seem he'd have to worry about it too much, as the gold seemed content to continue. Hers would have a time and a half keeping up with her it seemed. However A'jel had no reason not to have confidence in the both of them. They were the future of High Reaches, after all.

Oh, oh! Kanaleth is here! She is very nice. You must meet her!

S'ril took a bite of roast wherry and looked down at Aceth, who was beginning to dance at her rider's side, looking up hopefully that he had finished his meal so they could begin wandering around. Her eyes whirled with excitement, and she gently nudged at his elbow with her nose. "Relax," he said with a grin and chuckle, though it seemed to only make her prance more. "You're going to upset your stomach if you don't give yourself time to digest. Lie down a moment - I'll be done soon."

My stomach does not hurt at all. Despite her sullen argument, she laid down, her head resting on the bench next to him - it seemed to be at the perfect height for her to do so comfortably. I will wait until you're finished. I don't want you to be hungry. We have too much to do!

Aceth's head popped up as Kanaleth spoke to her, and she turned and looked at her. Mine is nearly done eating. I will make him go faster - he needs to meet everyone as well! She was standing now, and nudging S'ril in the back with her nose.

"Hey!" he complained, wrapping his arm affectionately around her neck, hoping to still her a moment. He had hoped he had gotten her to calm down just for a bit!

Kanaleth wants us to meet hers. Please finish eating faster!

It seemed like S'ril wasn't going to get much peace if he continued, but he had been nearly done anyway. While he enjoyed roast wherry, he tended to prefer it in the evening for dinner, because it was so heavy. However, that seemed to work out for him this time. "All right, I'm finished then. Let's go." He stood, and Aceth led them directly through the bustling crowd to the gold - who he easily assumed was Kanaleth - and a young girl and a man, both of whom he didn't recognize.

I am here, and I have brought mine.

Andere nodded, her grip firm. Her father had certainly taught her well! "A'jel? Pleasure's mine, I'm sure." Nodding down to Kanaleth, she raised her eyebrows at the young dragon. The gold, for her part, couldn't help but snort softly, amused by the antics of Hers and this other rider. When she didn't responded immediately, her redhead bumped her with a leg and Kanaleth straightened herself, rearranging her wings as she glanced upwards to catch the man's gaze.

I apologize for bumping into you, Kanaleth intoned, her voice shimmering like a smile, I was not watching where I was going. I will be more careful in the future.

The gold shifted her gaze back to her rider, waiting patiently for that small nod of approval. Andere turned her attention back to the younger man, a smile turning the corners of her lips upward. "Thank you," she replied, dipping her head. "I hadn't really expected this sort of thing when I was Searched, but." A shrug. "I have a very good feeling about this. Would you like to join us for-"

Andere was cut off; out of no where, she rocketed forward, flapping her wings once as she nearly barreled into someone else as she wheeled around to face her sister, clearly pleased Aceth had come to join the small gathering. If her reaction wasn't enough, Kanaleth hummed loudly, eyes whirling a bright blue as she approached the smaller dragon. Aceth! the Queen crooned, struggling as she tried to decide whether it was more appropriate to sit or stand, I am glad you came. This is Mine. She glanced back at Andere. Mine, say hello to Aceth and Hers, please.

Andere raised her eyebrows, flashing A'jel an apologetic look before turning to the newly made greenrider and extending her hand. "Hello," she greeted him, her quiet smile still in place. "I am Andere. This is A'jel." She motioned to the other rider, not about to forget him. "And yourself?"

Kanaleth, clearly pleased with how well Hers was taking all the meeting and greeting, stretched her wings and nosed Aceth. Do you know anyone else here? I would like to meet all our clutchmates, wouldn't you?

A'jel gave the young queen a soft smile, "The fault was not yours. With young dragonets about we should all probably watch our footing." A'jel assured her.

"Ah," A'jel nodded turning his attention back to Andere. "I well understand not expecting to be chosen," he himself had been a 'stands' impression. Though he was sure it in no way compared to being the queen's chosen bond.

And then they were joined by another. A'jel watched the interaction of Kanaleth and Aceth with a casual, yet perhaps warm, expression. He then heard his name, and snapped back.

"Hello," A'jel replied to the new green rider who had joined them. "Congratulations to you as well."

A'jelMine! You still need to find Brath and His!

Would you make up your mind, Vogieth? Would you rather I attempt to get along with my peers, or find you a future playmate? A'jel delivered his ultimatum to his bonded. Vogieth did not reply.
I thought as much.