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After the storm, the sun warmed the land, melting away the snow-white powder that chilled to the touch.. Burds began chirping as the ocean regained its usual ebb and flow as spring arrived. The grasses from the coast were growing strong as the leaves on the trees unfurled with a sleepy demeanor. Even the birds were returning to the coast with their melodious sing-song announcement. One such creature awoke with a heavy yawn. As much as he loved water, snow was another nuisance he could do without. In routine, he munched on stored grass then stretched his short legs. Pulling himself to his feet, the young stallion known as Bahamas was ready to start the day in the ocean and sunshine. Being a nixie, he was not too fond of winter. His fins and tail would freeze if they got stuck in that marlarky. Unlike his brother Caribbean, he preferred the more laid-back approach as he drank some stred water in the grotto. His mother and brother had begun their days in the sunshine early, it seemed. He thought whimsically of Zelva, wondering where she was drifting to at the moment. She had been an interest that unequipped his filter for the more quiet life. Caribbean had Oceania Ylli in his life, swimming out into the ocean for days on end. Their mother finally found Nassau to mend her lonely heart. Bahamas... well, he didn't have anyone in particular as his eyes adjusted to the light outside.

There were still traces of snow melting into new waterways that mingled into existing streams. Some trees were uprooted as Bahamas moved toward the adjacent forest. The further he moved in, the wider the water moved as it burrowed through the moist dirt. Being a nixie, he found the water inviting as he galloped alongside these new additions. Hooves splashing, he used his tail as a large rudder to navigate in the deeper areas. This reminded him of playing in the ocean when he and Caribbean were mere foals. As he raversed the new waterway, Bahamas emptied into the larger stream that could have been a small river. All that compiled snow from the never-ending storm had created a water wonderland. He chuckled to himself as the small river emptied into the closest river. Using his tail as a propeller, Bahamas propelled himself out into the deeper water, toward the smaller islands he could rest upon. Not too far off in the distance, the swimming stallion saw some larger islands; one in particular was being occupied. As he neared the island closest to him, Bahamas pulled himself onto the patch of land, proceeding to sun himself before returning home.

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Bahamas beamed in the warmth of the sun, but he couldn't shake the feeling that that other Soquili was watching him. So, an eye opened carefully to see something, someone who captured his attention. It was another nixie enjoying the warmth of the sun. To his curiosity, it was a mare who seemed interested in watching him. That is till he made visual contact with her, causing the little female to turn her head, closing her eys again. Bahamas chuckled to himself as the river waters picked up speed with rushing waters from more melting snow. His tail swished playfully as the pulsating waters grew higher toward him to the point of mountain water splashing on his soft skin. Eventually, he'd need to find a more stable island, so he surveyed for a better one away from the rushing water. Using his tail, he pushed himself into the rushing water as he made his way to another stable island. As the water picked up faster, he grumbled till his time was occupied with hopping from island to island. Soon, he was near the mare, who went back to sunning herself amidst the rushing, chilled waters. Bahamas pulled himself upwards, tired of relocating till he was but a few feet from the mare. What turned out from serenity was more of a game of being safe from the now turbulent river. Pretty soon, he noted she was also hopping from island to island, possibly annoyed by all this crazy water.


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Bahamas grew weary as the water seemed more active, as his islands vanished. Pretty soon, his slice of tranquility would disappear down the river. If only he could propel himself towards the water's edge in time. Suddenly, he heard her voice for the first time. A little joke about being out in this crazy river sun soaking. Bahamas chuckled as she sounded annoyed, much like he was about this situation. Then, he realized she was jumping from island to island, landing on his island. Momentarily, Bahamas had forgotten the danger they were facing to admire her close up. She quickly turned from him, perhaps she was shy, he wondered. Then, the weight of both nixes combined with the rushing water was too much for their little life raft. Once loose, Bahamas felt the rush of wind as they raced down the turbulent rapids. Immediately, his thoughts turned towards his companion. worried this out-of-control piece of salvation would evict them both, he leaped into action. Hoping she wouldn't freak out, he pulled himself against her as he dug his hooves into the ground that held them stationary. His long, eel eel-shaped tail wrapped around her securely. Knowing that their little island could dissolve at any moment, Bahamas opted to hold onto her till the threat dissipated. The river now stretched out massively as the thick snow melted into the turbulent rapids, carrying them further away. As he leaned in closer to protect her, he spoke, "I'm sorry if this seems forward, but I want to make sure you are safe".

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Bahamas felt her lean in closer, a feeling of relief washing over him as he continued to protect her. Even with Zelva, he hadn't felt a connection this deep in a long time. He had no inkling where they were headed as the river carried them further from where he called home.

Bahamas was content for the moment, knowing they were both still alive. As the water splashed on his side, he felt the chill of winter mingling with spring. Then his ears perked, perhaps sensing something ominous on the horizon. A tingle rushed through him like a warning something was approaching. All rivers eventually meet the sea, any water-bred Soquili breed knew this by heart. As his eyes averted toward the direction they were heading, he saw in the distance what his senses were screaming. There would only be a few moments to decide hoping she would also. As their leap of faith grew near, he leaned in wrapping closer to her form, a brace for what was nearing ominously. Whatever happened at this point, he would forever know he made the correct decision. "Do you trust me?" he spoke as calmly as he could, "Stay as close as you can... I will protect you".

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Her words were like a cloak that curled neatly within his heart as they were propelled over the edge. Still wrapped around her tightly, he felt their forms being pushed down the cascading falls welcoming them eagerly. Feeling the splash around them, Bahamas felt his tail loosen as they were starting to separate from the impact of the water. Frantically, he turned, as she released from his protective hold, propelling like a rocket he caught up to her. The pool overflowed into streams as they broke off from the waterfall pool alive with new water from the mountains. He swam to her as she fought to regain her footing, Bahamas caught up to her, and they pushed toward the newly formed streambeds. Once they gained footing, both nixies found themselves upon land once again. Bahamas hair soaked in water curled as he moved toward her. "I told you I wouldn't let you go He smiled toward her admiring a cute nixie in a new light. As the waterways broke past them, he sighed, "I have no idea where we are". Bahamas hated being in this position knowing nothing of a plan for the future. He worried she was lost as he was, not knowing where they would go. How would he return to a place he had no idea was anywhere near here?

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Standing upon solid ground was a blessing, even in a nixie's eyes. His attention lingered only on a beautiful female nixie named Antigua. He tossed his head, letting his long mane swirl past him, "I'm Bahamas. I will forever protect you... Antigua. Momentarily, he thought about Zelva, their beautiful children, he knew she was more of a free spirit This mare that he had rished his life for was the missing piece in his life. He'd spent years seeking "the one" and he found her. Smiling toward the blushing mare he chuckled, "Antigua. I doubt I would have the courage to ask you to be my mate. Instead, you have completed that idea". He stood tall then moved by her side, "I have no idea where, why we were sent here. But, you are the missing piece I have been looking for, for many years. I'd be honored to have you by my side in a lifetime of raging rivers... now and forever you are my island in the river, stream, ocean".

Antigua's heartfelt vibrant as he admitted he fell in love with her. Smiling she leaned in licking his cheek. "It's settled then... Bahamas" Antigua laughed leaning into him on her own accord this time. Things would forever be a new light that shone proudly upon new adventures for both of them. If any new obstacles arose, they'd tackle it together.

~ Fin

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