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 Posted: Sun Jan 27, 2008 4:11 pm
Mizu dozed himself grunting to jolt awake at a simple sound or as the trees sighed with each sway of their dense needles or remaining leaves. He watched her breathing deeply, fighting to stay awake in this strange land that not even she was familiar with. His nostrils breathing out and in the scent of pine, flowing water, and wilderness causing him to be alert even as he finally sank submerged into a slumber.
Within this mist that surrounded him he saw himself galloping over the sandy beach he had known from the day his eyes were opened. Once a langly colt his strong forelegs and hind quarters had carried him into the sleek stallion that rippled and swayed in his movements and words. Once calm the next a maelstrom as the waves carried onward, always returning back to the sea. His mane and tail flowing around him as the ebb and flow of his mistress that guided him. Always moving he traveled under the sky that had always been there. A canvas of painted lights upon pitch black that sometimes carried purples and blues reflecting off the water in shimmering resonance.
As he galloped onward with the sea as his companion and love he traveled toward something that was driving him, hearing a voice whisper softly within his ear.
"Sweet Mizu of my changeling sea. Decide your heart's desire and be fulfilled. Only then will you return back into my arms and dream once again, traveling over my breath and life. I will always be waiting for you..." she spoke as her hands touched upon his mane and neck, fingers curving softly in an embrace before she faded away.
The stallion bolted awake his heart beating so swift and fierce as his mane and tail wiped back and forth like the torrent of the sea. A dream was it? No his mistress had been searching for him he was sure. Breathing with a new refined hope he understood she could never be cross or angry with him, for his mother, the mistress of the flowing tide loved him as her own. Looking downward at Ayelet he smiled to himself then drifted back to sleep letting the ocean sweep him away once more as his muscles relaxed.
This day would be their journey, and however long it lasted he'd forever remember the courage that one mare from another world had given him.
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Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2008 7:48 am
The sun peeked down through the bare branches, finding rest on Ayelets eyelids. The warmth slowly pulled at her deep sleep, lulling her closer towards consciousness. She drew in a slow breath and leaned over to her side slowly, not wanting to wake up just yet. Her eyes flitted as they began to open.
Too her brief surprise, her eyes took in the sight of a most mystical looking scene. The light had only begun to shine around her, illuminating everything in a dream like morning glow of the softest golden orange. Ayelets lungs filled with a sigh. It was beautiful.
Then she remembered why she had been here. It hadn't been a dream that she followed the ocean misted stallion for a trek away from his home in the sea. Blinking her eyes to wake herself more, she glanced up at Mizu. He had been standing there throughout the entire night. His hair was still streaming about him with a life of its own. He seemed to be slumbering still. She remained still, watching him quietly. A daydream filled her eyes as she imagined her dream of the stars again. It gave her peace to have such wonderful dreams. The inspiration, standing here before her.
She smiled and turned her head to the side, looking through the trees to the towering rocks that would end their journey. From where she lay, she couldn't see them, but she knew they were there. What would they find when they got there? Letting the thought consume her, she stared off for a moment.
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Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2008 6:44 am
As the morning was breaking from twilight, the sun glistened off dew settled upon the waking leaves. The fresh smell of deciduous and evergreen settling in as the world once again began anew. Another day was begining and yet the ocean influenced stallion was so far from reaching his much desired goal.
Towering giants as huge as titans soared upward, causing the stallion to not even comprehend just how far away they truly were, from were his hooves lie. His thoughts drifting back to the sea to the destined goal he so badly wanted to reach. As his lucid flowing orbs stared outward, Mizu's mane tussled like an active sea. So far from home yet he felt this was his predestined goal, to reach something he only dreamed about for years.
Then with a great snort he returned to reality once more intaking the deep pines that hung downward. His thoughts returned him to his surroundings as he finally lied his gaze upon Ayelet. She was incredibly beautiful lying there in her own world. Lately he'd grown quite fond of her since she decided to let his fate shape hers. Reminding him of the rainbow skies that lingered morning and night, she was a calm that filled that lovely void. He respected her for coming with him this far, but yet he felt his ambition was a burden upon her.
Mizu was of course stubborn, feeling his fate was his own.
Once again he'd ask her before the journey resumed if she was sure this is what she really wanted. For it was true that a gentle caring and open soul would surely have other places to wander upon.
Like a mare mare he met previously before by the sea, Mizu would let Ayelet go a free wave if she wished. But, the stallion would morn her absence deeply if she chose to depart. Still it was her decision whatever fate had brought them.
Craning his head downward the stallion lipped at the grass, answering the pangs of his stomach as mornings always had. When full he brought his head upwards while clearing his throat, "Good Morning Ayelet. Beauty shines upon you once again," he commented with liquid eyes that soaked the mare in like a sponge. For a moment he pondered telling her she was free to go, but seeing her like this before him, the stallion needed her company. Finally he spoke to her, "Ayelet in a moment I'm about to resume this calling that drives me further from the sea," he spoke direct and strong "If you wish to consider this journey along my side, I bid you the consent to leave. But, if you truly feel your heart as much as mine drives me, then you are welcome by my side."
His eyes were searching for a glimmer, a hope she'd say yes. It was a silent request for her gentle words as soothing as the mistress of the sea singing to him. As if the sea had met the sky, Ayelet was like the rolling canvas above him mirrored in perfect hues. Beauty instated like a living dream, she was essence in itself.
He stood there waiting for her reply then he'd gallop till the tired muscles in his powerful legs demanded a rest. Soon he'd see those great towering masses and stand beneath them in his true glory. Only then could he return back from whence he came.
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Posted: Thu Mar 06, 2008 8:59 am
Mizu was awake. Hearing his snort, she turned her head back slowly, watching him graze. She would have to eat too, in order to keep her strength for the journey. For now, she stayed where she was, not taking her eyes from the blue stallion. That is, until he looked her way. Breaking her gaze, she looked at the ground as she rose gently, using her knees to push her up to her hooves. Bits of earth had pressed into the coat of her belly while resting. They were dry, and would easily fall loosed before the mornings end.
She smiled. His comment of beauty making her feel like she was glowing. "Good morning to you." she said as her brows rose followed by a polite nod. Her eyes were scanning his face, watching him while she still could. The words that soon followed, she listened to carefully. Pondering what he was asking her, she tried to be as serious about it as she could. The answer was already known, without thinking about it. She would humor him, and consider the possibilities.
She closed her eyes. So far, she regretted nothing on her part. Wandering to the sea; meeting Mizu; sharing the moment where the rising sun touched the waters; following him as he braved, what was to him, the unknown. No regrets. What would she of done otherwise? Follow the stars without end until the sun rose in it's grand finally, only to continue another day by herself. She would feel alone, until the sun left the sky once again, starting a new night under the stars. She would wait for the morning, like she did every night.
Mizu's company, didn't rise and fall with the passing sun.
She felt a tinge of delight at the realization of it all. This seemed to give her new hope as to a purpose. Her mind hinted at possibilities she wasn't ready to think about yet. She had thought long enough.
Pulling her eyes open, she had her answer. "I think, any risk is worth taking, if it means being in good company..." Mizu's company.. "..and giving me.." A brief pause was made as she felt the sincerity of her words. "..a small purpose."
Ayelet had never felt without purpose. Nor had she thought about what could bring more purpose to who she was. Now - with Mizu here - it seems as if it is the most natural thing in the world. Purpose.
"There is no other way, I can imagine spending my time, now that I've followed you this far." and she meant every word. If she were to leave now, she would forever wonder how his journey ended.
This was her story too.
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Posted: Thu Mar 06, 2008 4:44 pm
Mizu never took his gaze from Ayelet as she gave her response to his concerned state of her well being. He had been in her presence way too much to simply let her vanish from his vigil, thanking the stars of her sky she was willing to follow him.
Looking toward the deep sky as the sun was rising he nodded, "It is settled then. We leave as soon as you're able, " swishing his tail he gazed back at the mountains that stood so regal in the distance.
I will stand before you... and she will be by my side...
He turned eagerly toward the mare whose coat shined of a new day, a new hope for him. His eyes liquid as the sea tranquil and lucid gazed back at her responding one word, "thank you." A softness that Mizu rarely showed in the presence of others if anyone ventured near his homeland. For now he was an outsider racing toward a dream, something only he and Ayelet now could accomplish.
When he was certain she was ready he reared upwards with a blazing light that reflected off his dazzling fluid eyes. Knowing she would follow he set into motion toward that dream, that feeling of a goal his mind. Hooves beating downward in thrusts of powerful hind legs. He'd only pause when she tired, for his body now was a raging inferno of energy carrying him for miles upon miles. He had his mind set they'd only stop for nightfall if need be.
Mane and tail whipping in the wind he blew outward and in the scent of the wilderness driving him even faster than before. Feeling her by his side he held his head up higher and kept onward. They were many miles from his current location yet with each footfall, each breath that escaped his lungs, he was sure they were becoming even closer than before. Occasionally he'd glance her way soaking in that gorgeous color before he settled his gaze back toward the mountains calling to him. The sea seemed so far back, yet he felt his mistress with him as each dip of his head pulled him even faster.
Thank you Ayelet...
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Posted: Mon Mar 17, 2008 11:44 am
A nod was given as she leaned her head down to n** at the forest floor. Any root or blade of grass that was near found way to her belly. She chewed her food, yet tried to not linger on breakfast for too long.
Lifting her eyes, as the shadow of mid morning cast down, she met Mizu's soft gaze as he uttered a thank you for her. She could feel the sincerity and the warmth that was offered with his words. He was so far from home, yet here he was, willing her to be by his side as he ventured even farther. Her response was a silent one as she smiled in return, letting her eyes fall once with a slow blink. Being shy wasn't something she was accustomed too. She shook her head with a nod, retaining her focus. "I am ready."
She bolted after him with blazing energy. She would run as close to his side for as long as she could, falling behind only to follow him still. She had never ran so much in all her life, but it didn't matter. Instinct took over and a wild rush kept her moving. Her muscles flushed with fierce fire as they willed her to keep up.
They ran together, destination in mind, leading the way. They put as much distance as possible between themselves and the sea, drawing closer to the beacons of earth in the sky. Night had fallen, yet Ayelet did not slow. The sunset only gave her new found energy. The lands filled with color that she could almost feel as she ran through it. If anything, this was the time that she ran the fastest.
She continued to follow him well into the afternoon of the second day. If he were to ever look her way, she would push forward even more, willing herself to run as far as she could without break.
The first foothills were winding up and down as she ran, making it increasingly difficult to keep up her pace. The earth was hard, and unforgiving on her hooves. She slowed to a trot. Her legs twitched, unwilling to stop just yet. She forced herself to a walk and began listening to herself draw deep breaths. Looking up to the afternoon sky, she finally stopped, knees buckling in an instant. She fell to the ground with little grace and closed her eyes as she let her chest burn from the trip. She lifted her head once, to nod at Mizu, letting him know she was okay.
Access to sleep snuck up on her quickly. Without even a thought, she slipped off into a deep rest, dreaming of nothing as her body worked hard to relax.
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Posted: Tue Apr 08, 2008 4:51 pm
Why were those mountainous giants so far off the stallion wondered with perfect stride and movement of his swift legs. They were traveling for days on end and still that goal was just out of reach. Mane and tail whipping within the wind he drove onward like a wave that crashed toward the shoreline. His breath coming deep and balanced he demanded himself to push as far as it took.
When Ayelet was tired or exhausted he rested as well concerned of her wellbeing. This was her choice to strive as far as he, and Mizu admitted he was thankful such a wonderful creature had appeared within his gaze and agreed with him. As she rested he stood closer this time watching outward toward the horizons the sun dissipated giving way to the canvas of serene black flecked with a million lights in a sea above him. His eyes seemed lucrative as they gazed upon her in a proud state. He wouldn't ever deny she was beautiful for in fact she was, capturing his very attention as he gazed upon the sky in the mornings beside his mother's vigil.
Mother. Mistress. Creator. She was everything to him and yet the stallion that believed himself a part of Eternity was falling deeply for someone else. Still he'd never reveal such delicate emotions to her for fear she'd be spooked if not feeling the same in return. He'd rather keep a silent vigil trying to read her thoughts and movements rather than boast loudly what he was feeling rustling deep within him.
As he was dozing off lightly his senses stretched out into the wilderness picking up scents of many varieties. The slumbering pines and deciduous trees whispered secrets barely detectable as the wind blew gently by. Deer were out in the moonlight grazing as rabbits nibbled eagerly at fresh dew soaked clover that was preparing to open toward the coming light in a few hours or so. Everything was the same to the stallion making him feel sleep, finally letting him drift off with no restraint letting blackness settle within him still in the vigil over Ayelet. Suddenly though Mizu's ears swiveled as his eyes opened with much haste. He inhaled the air with a worried expression though his eyes were narrowing. The scent he picked up on sent his water form into a rage and yet he was extremely worried for Ayelet as he moved himself to stand directly over her his eyes searching for the source that caused him this much predatory notion.
His breaths were coming sharp as nostrils sucked in air then exhaled with an agitated sound afterwards. Seemed something else was combing this land, an unmistakable presence of pure evil intent was nearing where they stood. Looking downward he lowered his head toward Ayelet, his ears taking in subtle sounds of her contented breathing. If need be he'd have to rouse her from that beautiful dream she was immersed within, he'd be damned if anything let alone that monster laid a tooth or claw on her.
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Mizu did indeed have a reason to feel startled for earlier that day a black figure which smelled of brimstone reeking of evil intent was watching the companions with interest. Her maw was open exposing teeth that appeared sharp and deadly, daggers with an intent to pierce with precision.
Swinging her razor bladed tail she stood in a vigil watching as the two soquili had stopped for rest, the mare more exhausted then the stallion. Perhaps a bit of delicious fun was in order for the two on their sight seeing tour. Oddly enough the stallion reminded the creature of water, perhaps like the sea she generally steered clear of. She'd of course rather blood be her thirst quencher, though water was just as well. Still ocean water was horribly salty and usually gave the mare indigestion.
She called herself Cynder, a fitting name for one so devious and bold carrying such a seductive manner about her. Adorned with steel collars and spikes she herself a dragon kalona, was indeed a deadly foe. Curiousity was begining to arouse her why these two always headed north toward the mountain peaks. Pity really if they could fly they'd of been there days ago. What drove them to keep pushing like they were Cynder wondered with a puff of smoke from her nostrils. Looking at the stallion as the moonlight flickered from those emerald eyes, she figured this was his doing. Whatever the case she wanted to know more about these two, walking closer to see what she would discover.
This would be rather jovial in a sense to her, screaming was always a plus in frightened prey.
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Posted: Thu May 01, 2008 7:56 am
The mountains, though far off, seemed to increasingly draw up towards the sky. Getting larger as they moved in their direction. Taunting them, as they seemed to run towards an endless goal.
Countless times, Ayelet succumbed to fatigue, stopping to give her body and mind a rest. Each time, she'd do so in a frail heap on the ground. Being sore from the constant push, she rested long and hard. Her muscles built tone and strength, yes, but needed more than a brief slumber. She had no control over how long she slept, yet Mizu never woke, or disturbed her.
This particular time, she lay lost in a dreamless sleep. When your this tired, your mind expends itself on recovery, leaving no room for the eye of imagination. Completely unaware that danger was near, she didn't stir when her travel companion stepped over her. She should of been more aware of her surroundings, but all defensive instinct was left behind while knowing he was near.
Yet, some natural sense, slowly crept over her. The sense that tells you someones close, and forces you to become more aware. It served only to tug at Ayelet's sleep, pouring bits of consciousness back into her mind. Opening her eyes, still oblivious for a moment, she let her eyes focus before moving. Every muscle dared not move as she took note of a blue hoof, only now being able to realize Mizu was standing over top of her.
In a sudden movement, her head tilted backwards to look at him. Her heart raced, filling her cheeks with life. It wasn't because she was sensing real danger in the far off, no, every ounce of her being sensed how close he was to her.
She couldn't speak. Her mind swirled from the drum in her chest, elevating her breathing. She tried to take deep, slow breaths, to keep herself calm.
If he was standing over top of her, surely there was a reason.. It's not like she woke any other time to find him this way.
Then, she smelt it, the smell of something wicked. Her brain put two and two together, and instantly she knew they weren't alone. Her surprise, turned to an eager fear.
"Mizu?" came her soft, careful voice as she questioned what was going on. She was scared, noting how on guard her friend was. It made her worry. Something wasn't right.. Although Mizu was of the sea, he appeared to her, to be on fire, sparked by something...or someone.
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Posted: Wed May 14, 2008 7:25 am
Eyes of emerald carried by the black figure moved in closer pausing every minute or so with vigil over that stallion. Tch... he was so alert it made the dragon's head burn with aches of annoyance. So much for the "Surprise I'm here to scare the daylights out of you". No she was found out by Mr. liquid motion over there, such a setback in her plans. Oh well there were other options...
Mizu snorted, his entire large form covering over Ayelet as if she were a precious stone that was called to be guarded and cared for. Within the water stallion's eyes from the start of this journey she was even more now then that fateful meeting by his mistress' shoreline. Right now he'd fight to protect and defend this lady faire, for truly she was beautiful as he felt her shake in fear beneath him. Certainly not the circumstances he would of asked for simply to capture a chance to be this close to her.
He stood stolid with strength ready to charge and fight what the wind was whispering to him. The sudden caw of crows, the scattering of rabbits along the unseen paths, all signals she was approaching. He paused a good while before responding to Ayelet, his eyes keeping a heavy vigil from any area this creature may advance from.
When he was certain of the demon's position he spoke like a wave within a maelstrom but still they were gentle toward her personally, "Forgive me Ayelet but there is danger approaching in this strange land. You are my honored companion with me as you've promised to stay and be by my side. I in turn have vowed to see you there come hell or high water... whichever sees fit to come before me." He leaned downward blowing softly on her neck though his withers and muscles in his body were tense with tautness. Every rippling inch of him was alert as water constantly swirls and moves within the sea's breath. To simply look upon the creation of blues and silver one would think him a dream filled creature only found in poetry and prose written centuries ago by nobleman and ladies of the court.
Cynder moved with a swaying motion letting herself be playful as she casually made her appearance to the colorful pair, "Well well I see you figured me out water stallion. Not bad at all... Tell me are you going to stand over your lady friend like that the entire time I converse with you? Honestly I don't think she likes being cramped up like a foal in a basket. Do you?" Her eyes shimmered with an evil intent as she grinned in a jovial manner to unnerve the stallion. True she may of wanted to simply chat with the two of them, or perhaps she wanted their blood crimson as slides down her throat. Whichever her intentions were, Cynder deviously kept to herself.
Mizu snorted pulling himself closer to Ayelet even more as the demon stepped out of her sanctuary letting the sun glisten down her form very much like a snake suns itself. Her words may of seemed casual perhaps welcome, but Mizu could sense her actions by the way she was reacting and breathing as those emerald orbs never left him nor Ayelet.
"What business do you have with us Kalona mare?" he responded back to her with a deep crashing voice as his forelegs never moved from Ayelet keeping her safe beneath him. The last thing he wanted was Ayelet getting injured because he trusted one of those lying traitorous wretches.
Cynder clicked her tongue making herself appear wronged and hurt by his forceful query, " Come now stallion. I only wish a chat with you and her... that's all. I've feasted upon innards of rabbits along the way. Quite tasty charbroiled don't you think?" She grinned back at the two trying her best in the guise of a deceiver to gain trust later on destroyed. She was indeed a patient creature in times like this. For without trust it was useless to even try talking to someone let alone gain their attention.
"Formalities are key to conversation... I'm Cynder the dragon Kalona. Simplicty, elegance, and all over a stunning creature. And you both being of the Soquili realm come tell me your names so we may get better acquainted shall we?" Again she was trying her best to get namesakes, then she'd begin her sweet-girl routine to get on their side of trust.
Mizu looked down toward Ayelet while at the same time he never stayed from Cynder's soft expression that was laced with a vicious interior hidden deep inside. Finally he stepped back leaving room for Ayelet to rise, but he would stand flank to flank with her nudging closer if need be.
"I am Mizu from the breath of the sea mistress. This is Ayelet Hashachar whom is my companion. I won't say there is complete trust here, but I will grant you formalities as you yourself have done. Its the most I can attribute at the moment." He nudged Ayelet close to him stepping a foot out more so she was safe by his side while in the company of wicked tidings. Even away from his Mistress' own whisperings, every inch of his body was screaming with bad omens right now.
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Posted: Mon Jun 02, 2008 8:31 am
Listening intently to Mizu, she soaked in every word. Something inside her felt different, hearing him speak like this. She trusted him, yes, but something else was intravenously clouding through her mind. Danger seemed unimportant, if it stoked such emotion in Mizu.
Flames sparked down her muscles as he breathed on her neck. She almost shivered, yet earthquakes of adrenaline rushed over her. Her heart throbbed it's presence in every ounce of her being.
There was a gasp as Ayelet took in the sight of the stranger, distracting her mind, confusing her own emotions. Surprise mingled with fear, but also, she wanted to be outraged. This was their adventure. The last thing she desired was for anyone to stand in the way of what Mizu had set out to do. He needed this, and more so, she felt the need to be there when he finished the journey.
The strong tang of ocean brine warmed the hairs of her nostrils. A scent that wasn't this heavy since they had left the oceans side. It laced with the smell of something horribly wrong, the smell of something set ablaze long ago, that still burned with new life endlessly, feeding on it's own ash. Her lungs were heavy, but the smell of Mizu cooled her breath as she drew it in, making it bearable.
She closed her eyes tight for a moment, adjusting her legs underneath her. If she had to move suddenly, she didn't want to be unprepared.
She listened to the Kalona speak and she heard in her words, the hint of a flames pop before it snuffed out the life of what it touched. Surely she couldn't be trusted.
She rose to stand next to Mizu, a lingering empty feeling now filled the space above her. A little dizzy, overwhelmed by fear mixing with...feelings she couldn't quite understand, she wanted to lean a shoulder against Mizu. He was willing himself close to her already, nudging her. Relieved, she gingerly leaned into him. Her frame felt warm against his, fire again spreading from the warmth of his touch. She ignored it. Now was certainly not a time to be feeling these strange sensations.
Burying her head into his neck, for more support. She barely breathed a few faint words: "Cynder, how fitting." It didn't sound rude, more of an observation. For one who spoke of charbroiled innards of rabbits and smelt of death itself, it did match the Kalona.
She pulled her head back up, so as not to lose herself in Mizu. It was almost as if his intoxicating smell and touch were beckoning her like the waves of the sea itself. A wash of rejuvenation came over her as she resisted its pull.
"Yes, I am Ayelet Hashachar, Cynder." She said politely, dipping her head very briefly, but not taking her eyes off of the the dragon mare as she did. Unknowingly, she had already been vulnerable this entire time. At least now, her senses were more collected. All she wanted to do though, was to get away from this situation, and back on the path in which her and Mizu were set. Formalities or not, she wanted this meeting to be as short as possible.
Ayelet felt guarded, the only reason she was so silent for the most part. If details of where they came from, or where they were going were to be known by the Kalona, then who's to say they didn't cross paths again? Easily, she knew nothing about Cynder, but she never wanted to be given a chance to know anymore than she already did.
If Cynder wasn't so intimidating, Ayelet would of asked if they could leave already. Things didn't seem so simple though. It felt as if this meeting must be played out carefully. She admired Mizu for already handling this much the way he had, confident he would continue to act cautiously around the dragon mare.
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Posted: Tue Jun 24, 2008 5:50 am
She felt their fear as they stood flank to flank- a defensive method creatures used in protection of one another. How very.. precious yes that was the word of the day as it mingled within the dragon's mind..Precious. Were they a couple she wondered as her form began circling the two, her claws clicking on stray stones that happened to pass her. She took in their scent, body motions, and visuals quite heavily while all the more instilling fear within two wild bred soquili.
"Ah appreciated very much then... Mizu of the Sea and Ayelet of the sky. How very fitting your names and colorings fit your element. I am quite intrigued." She began her motions once more accompanied by subtle puffs of smoke that billowed from her nostrils. Those devious emerald eyes always keeping vigil to see which would panic first. She was thinking of attacking but thought against it, for it was useless to spook them that badly. No, her true aim was just causing anxiety and suspicion within both toward her. The probability of making them remember whom she truly is was more satisfaction then a creature could ask for.
Mizu wanted this done and over with, these petty tidings the dragon was initiating for his companion and himself. He was angry, a torrent wind storm that curves about the ocean causing her to rock unsteadily with ill grace in the presence of unsuspecting travelers. Was it merely the wind that tussled his mane, or was the sea soaking heavy within his veins as those eyes gazed deeper and deeper into the dragon's deception? Whatever the case Mizu was taking on a wild transformation as if the water were flowing from a distance into him. Perhaps his mistress had been searching, finding her beloved child drifting among the shoreline in the search of a dream he fathomed. Whatever the reasoning behind it... Mizu was becoming his namesake as he stood still yet muscled with intention to protect Ayelet at all costs. More and more the stallion was realizing why he fought so hard to keep her with him. Perhaps when this was said and done as they stood side by side finally staring into that sleeping giant... he'd repeat what his heart and mind were whispering to him.
"I feel formalities have been reached Cynder between us. I do not mean you disrespect but I have a goal to settle and finish before my age oversteps my eyes of what I must complete. I'm certain there is more you wish to discuss... but Ayelet and I have to move onward and finish what we started." He nudged Ayelet to start backing away from him as he moved to side with her keeping Cynder's attention on him and not Ayelet.
She eyed them with distaste for they were being so intentionally rude to her... but she also knew this stallion wasn't stupid. In fact he was quite headstrong and literal on protecting the mare. Once again there was the word... Precious. Oh decisions... evil things she had to make at that moment. Her company was up and leaving.. No no she wanted them to chat with her.. tell her such dirty little secrets about themselves. All worth the while antagonizing them both and she was loving every damn minute of it. Stepping forward she went into her usual routine of being the b***h she was; an actress.
"Oh surely our parting won't be so soon I ask of you... I am a lonely dragon with no one to converse with... Is it so wrong of me to ask you chat with me I ask you?" she cooed letting her voice squeak, a deadly venom to lure in those unfortunate to feel pity on her. Maybe she would attack them after all...
Mizu snorted with agitation at the dragon mare. This was a game to her causing the sun to drop further down the horizon. Where had the day gone he wondered as his shoulder met up with his companion. Nudging her with a motion to stop he moved in even closer as his eyes narrowed at the demon creature.
"No... time is spent and we need to focus on what is to be done. Do not cause the wave to still when it lows with a deepness you can't restrain. I made a promise and I'll not stop till it is done. Now if you would please.... I bid you good day." Nosing Ayelet again he faced her and himself heading off toward the distant mountains. A strange scent was overtaking the area that radiated from Mizu- the sea was awakening deep within him.
Cynder hissed to herself growing more angry at this stallion that was being so damn impossible. She clicked her tongue then grinned at him as he moved away from her with Ayelet, "Alright then... seems I've changed my mind dear ones. I think I'll kill you and feast upon your inards for the evening. Such a waste to let to perfectly healthy creatures leave an invitation. No... I think since you're so protective of her, "she pointed her muzzle in the direction of Ayelet, "I'll kill her first then I'll deal with you. Sound fair? Oh I think so... Now what way shall I deal with your lady friend I wonder... Flambe, Attack, Rend and tear... Ah so many decsions. Care to decide her fate water stallion?" She grinned endlessly at them knowing full well something was up with that stallion. His scent was growing thicker and it smelled like- she thought a moment and then fully decided... the sea.
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Posted: Tue Jun 24, 2008 11:24 am
This was it, their chance to get away. Ayelet led on as she was nudged. A fight broke in the muscles of her legs. It took every ounce of her strength to not run. It didn't seem wise to run, instigating a chase.....which could be deadly. Her heart pounded with ambition, to find a way out of this.
Her mind rang with the words that were exchanged between the two, only half hearing each word. She startled when Mizu nudged her to a halt. No...we can't stop now.... She did her best to sooth the panic that flooded into her mind.
Can't run, can't stay...
Can't run, can't stay...
Pacing her breathing, she took careful, slow breaths. Letting the incredible smells of Mizu's sea, try and calm her nerve. A glimmer of hope renewed itself as they began to move again, her half fumbling over her hooves. She had been standing with her knees locked tight. There was no need for an extended goodbye. The sooner they could get away, the sooner they could forget the danger they had faced.
Cynders next words rang home quickly. Ayelet froze as a chill sent every hair along her spine on end. Her head wavered, and for a second, she thought she was going to be sick. Had she eaten recently, she would of lost it all.
The world around her seemed to vanish in white before her eyes. The only thing she could see was the gruesome fate of events to come. Her mind staged a few outcomes, each making her head spin all the more. Mizu.... It pained her to think of her friend getting injured..or killed. It didn't matter that she could end up as a hearty meal for the Kalona's disturbing appetite.
Everything flashed back and she thought she had fainted. She could hear someone beginning to speak, and she wondered who else had joined them.
Nobody else was there. Instead, she stood with her head low as a moaning bellow began to crawl from her throat, escaping with more force than she thought her voice capable of.
"NOOO!"
Ayelet....was suddenly, uncontrollably....angry. The overwhelming sensation caused her to spin. She slid against Mizu, almost falling to the ground. She felt a fat line of tears pour from her eyes.
This mare did not know anger. It was almost painful.
She blinked her eyes, unaware of what to say or do next. This is not how the story is supposed to go..
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Posted: Sun Jul 20, 2008 6:45 pm
Mizu immediately leaned toward Ayelet giving her stregth that was slowly fading from her limbs so swiftly. His mane and tail whipped back and forth so swiftly it was as if the ocean were guiding his movements. He was angry which was different from the usual lucid abilities he displayed when he'd move freely down the shoreline in his routine of passing his mistress day in and day out. Now he was a torrent, a maelstrom that was directed toward an aggressor such as this dragon that had gone and threatened the one thing he kept close to him. The one creature that opened his eyes to the very thread that sewed his existence was feeling strain from Cynder and he detested it. Snorting his body pressed tightly against the sky mare.
"You will do no such thing mare, for I would never allow anyone or anything to take something so precious from me. We are both going to reach those giants and I'll be damned if you say otherwise." his eyes flickered a warning as they seemed turbulent and alive with his emotion. Cynder would learn he wasn't one to deal with for the sea was a raging entity that lived with the great stallion.
Turning to Ayelet he nipped at her mane, "Under no circumstances shall you fear this creature, I'll personally deal with her myself, " his eyes shifted back to Cynder, their gaze penetrating and defiant. This was his quest, his journey to finally find what he sought. And he vowed with an open heart that Ayelet would stand next to him and finally stare upward at those huge creations that seemed always so far away.
Cynder narrowed those callous orbs of hers sensing the emitted weirdness from that stallion. While she loved hearing their fear as it rattled out of their lungs like Ayelet was doing, she also didn't feel like contenting with a crazy stallion. She didn't get the while gist of why he protected that mare like he did. If it were on terms of love then it was worthless in her eyes. Love was a weak chance, a pitiful excuse for creatures to say they belonged to one another. She eyed them both noting how the stallion acted in the mare's defense.
Yes I see it now... you love that mare even if you deny it. Weak and pathetic yet you are an element I don't need to deal with. You smell of salt and water as if you came from the sea. You stink stallion reeking of what you think you are.
"Ah and you will stop me water male will you? A lowly nag stallion with a terrified mare to content with? If I breathe flame you'll both perish which would make me extremely contented... but yet my contact and communication would be stilled if you were to die. What to do I wonder...."
Mizu snorted and leaned toward Ayelet speaking softly so the dragon could not hear him, "When I tell you I want you to run in a fast pace toward those mountains. Do not question my words right now just do as I say... I promise I will be by your side Ayelet. Be ready."
He them lipped at her mane again and walked toward the dragon mare, his eyes flickering another warning. "There is no more talk between us mare, for you destroyed that pact that I considered doable. You threatened Ayelet which I won't tolerate. She is more to me then you'll ever realize...." Galloping forward head on he headed toward the kalona with a moment for fluid water seemed to dance within his whipping mane and tail. In an abrupt shrill as it echoed from his lungs, he called out to Ayelet, "Now Ayelet! Run like the wind and don't turn to look back. I made a promise and I will keep it! ... Go!"
He kept running till he rammed directly into Cynder's side, his eyes flaring along with his nostrils hellbent on keeping her busy while Ayelet headed off to safety.
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Posted: Thu Jul 24, 2008 12:04 pm
The wall of support Mizu offered gave her a moment to let her nerves relax. Each one felt the adrenaline that was raging through her body, making her feel intoxicated. Fresh anger turned to nothing short of fear and heartache. The predicament they were end seemed to be set on and endless loop, for which the exit was hidden....if there was one.
"Mizu...I..." she tried to cut in as he spoke to her, the words feeling so meek that she didn't have the energy to continue her thought. She wanted to ramble an apology to him, feeling half responsible for bringing him so far from home. Freedom it seemed, had a hidden price to be paid for the pair. The keeper of that toll standing close to haunt them till she got what she wanted. What did Cynder really want anyways?
The place where he had gingerly nipped at her mane felt like the ebb of the oceans tide long after you've left it's waters. It helped to ground her in this otherwise hopeless situation. Cynders words fell on deaf ears. Ayelet had heard all she needed to hear.
Her awareness continued to turn around to Mizu as he whispered softly to her. Her ears in tune to the underlying solvent in his voice, that seemed to offer her a solution to this debt. It gave her heart purpose to trust in him. Whatever doubts she had would only fuel her desire to know that Mizu would take care of it.
Barely having a idea of his intentions, she braced herself as Mizu moved towards the mare. At the sound of Mizu's voice, a wild bolt broke through her feet as she charged off in bounding leaps. Like a free spirit she rushed over the land as fast as she could, not looking back. The speed in which her legs carried her would fill a race horse with envy. Fast as the wind on her face, she ran in the direction she was told.
Focusing on running with her very soul, it consumed her mind. The land whipped by in a blur. Her nostrils flared rapidly. A brilliant display of blue hair danced wildly behind her. She didn't stop to think how long she would run, nor how long she could even keep up that pace. She just did as she was told, running towards their goal set high in the sky.
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Posted: Fri Jul 25, 2008 8:19 am
Cynder narrowed those vicious eyes at the stallion when he whispered to the mare something of great importance. Really this whole bluff was getting out of hand for her. She simply wanted to see the equines riled up but not to the point of something rash. That crazy sire was acting as if he was pulling energy from somewhere other then himself. The scent of the sea which she tended to avoid was actually stinging her nostrils as she thought on it. If this stallion had some kind of elemental force behind him dealing with water she was in deep trouble right now. The one thing fire breathers hated with a passion was the water that counteracted them. If immersed in that substance she could loose her flame for quite a while - once again she pondered just forgetting this charade and follow the two to where they were heading.
But that wasn't the case for the crazed stallion charged at her with a raging passion within that breasted heart of his. Hooves powering toward her she never realized his intent as the living water beast slammed directly into her with determination. She drastically tried balancing herself, but the impact was so great she faltered backwards to her backside. Though he was merely a stallion, a regular creature that was running on land she felt something peculiar when he connected with her. The cool surging element she hated so much was making her feel its presence. Backing away from him she hissed knowing he'd keep coming at her with all his ambition to save that mare that was gone now from the area.
Steadying himself he reared upward as his mane and tail whipped back and forth. His eyes so deep and alluring yet wild and untamed stared her down as she backed away from his presence.
"Dragon mare... I will continue my pursuit till you turn your tail and flee!" he bellowed with a deepness that rivaled the sea itself, "You will not hurt the one thing I'll protect for she has become my ambition in reaching my desired goal. You will not destroy the feelings I have for her nor will you take what I've opened my feeling to. Ayelet will stay with me for a very long time... and if you feel otherwise then you're mistaken. Leave us be and find your own satisfaction elsewhere... Goodbye Cynder!"
His head veered sharply toward the way he told her to run, determined to keep that promise as he had once before. Rearing up only once more he glanced for a moment at the Kalona mare then charged off toward the mountain peaks never looking back. He'd find her because love was greater then any binding force that existed. As the ocean is bound to the sky so was his heart with Ayelet. Powering his hooves across the land he dipped his head as he ran, seeking the mare he'd finally breathe his admiration to. No kalona would ever stand in his way as long as he stood tall with his mistress' hands lightly guiding him with softness and yet deepness as think as the depths he knew so well. Each breath, a step closer to running by her side. So close the mountains were he knew when he found her they'd be there.
Cynder stood there as the stallion raced off still miffed he had charged at her like he was mad. No... he wasn't mad he was a brilliant beast because his emotion was greater then her own would ever be. He was a creature driven with ambition, a goal that held him in line and he loved someone. Cynder knew it was weak to do so but any creature that was driven with that much passion such as Mizu deserved recognition to his determination and desire. She watched him vanish over the ridge looking for that mare shaking her head.
"Go stallion. Go to that mare and take your threats elsewhere. I will not follow you for you smell of salt and water. Go find your damn goal then."
Checking her wings for any signs of damage she out stretched them and leaped off the ground to the sky. She had better things to do then get herself in a water related problem.
Mizu pushed onward as he searched for her his heart beating so fierce. Always gaining speed he wondered how much time elapsed between her departure when he made the attack on the dragon mare.
Did the mountains appear to be getting closer? No it had to be an... illusion? Pressing harder he looked upward as they reached over him like great shadows and there he saw her in the distance. So beautiful as the setting sun around those great lords... He had found his dream. Powering forward he called her name in a long winded message for she would hear it finally; his promise had been kept.
"Ayelet! I'm here!" he sounded that call with a great rush of his legs as he was catching up to her, "We made it Ayelet... look upward at what we've searched for..."
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