The dusk is coming soon when the bright morning star would hide behind the green luster of the horizon and would not be seen on this side of the Earth again until the dawn started to peek. It would be hazardous for myself and for my trusty companions -Luntic and Matir; a chocolate rusted mare with a dark coal colored mane and a proud standing, jet feathered bald eagle- to even dare think of moving on pass sunset. I advance my mount to the water’s edge of the crystalline lake just ahead of us. I climb from her back and settle my walk worn boots on to the dusty ground before smiling at her. I rest the my gloved palm on her back to pet her a bit before moving to tie her to a tree so she would not wander off. I knew I wouldn't have to worry about that problem with Matir for he was quite the intelligent bird and knew not to leave the area where we rested.