Thoughts drifted to where his mother had disappeared into the thick brush. His gaze trailed into the same direction for a moment. Hardly making out the ebony figure lingering within the canopy shadows. It was always watching, always waiting for him. A constant, which was nice...
Attention was brought back sharply as the deep voice of his caretaker startled him. Not that he was afraid, just not expecting it. Looking up to him as he spoke. Didn't like children? Oh nice choice mother... His brow furrowed. He semi straightened to a more adult like pose. Smallish head held high, ears cocked back in a cocky way. He continued on, changing subject to his still useless wings. Instantly his tough guy demeanour changed as he thought about one day being strong enough to soar through the skies. He jigged excitedly in place as he extended his wings.
Too small?! Watch this!! With all the strength he could muster he flapped his wings as fast as they could flutter. His feathers gripped the air with each stroke. His head tucked as his eyes closed giving it all he had. Then for a few moments his hooves left the grassy hillside. Eyes shot open as he felt the ground give way. He was hovering in place. He had never actually accomplished leaving the ground before but he had something to prove this time. As he replanted himself onto land he looked up again to the dark stallion in satisfaction. Smile wide across his lips.
Did you see that?!! He exclaimed proudly as he jigged in place.
