04-21-2018, 10:34 PM
hold me in this wild, wild world
'cause in your warmth I forget how cold it can be
'cause in your warmth I forget how cold it can be
As they settle by the lake, Jesper’s sudden rise in anxiety after scenting the air is not missed by the older stallion; but, neither is the way he visibly settles himself, ready to do what they came to do. He gives a nod, mostly to himself, of approval, but they do not have a chance to do much else before a familiar and welcome voice heralds the approach of the Caretaker herself. He turns away from the clear waters to face her approach with a smile, noting the also familiar form of Kagerus in her wake. He waits for the painted mare to catch up while he listens to Solace’s greeting and gives a pause to allow his grandson to introduce himself.
And to allow himself to observe. Kagerus has added wings to her ensemble today, and she is considerably more physically affectionate than at his last visit as well. Perhaps they are simply more at ease in his presence – or perhaps it’s a new development. And certainly, it helps to explain how both were so perfectly immune to his harmless flirting last time. “It’s good to see the both of you as well,” the bay stallion smiles at both, “And there’s no reason we can’t mix a little pleasure with our duty.” His amber eyes flick to Kagerus’ observation of the alliance and for just a minute his half-smile is hard-edged and fierce. “Yes, the Alliance is treating me as well as it’s treating you,” he agrees, and even though he had very little hand in Kagerus’ training (just a few words of advice) he is pleased with her progress, as a friend can be. He does not linger on this subject, though, as he is also aware that half of their group had not fared as well in the first round as he and Kagerus. They should not feel bad, for the Alliance is meant to test the very best of the best, but the wound of loss might still be fresh.
“Times have very much changed,” he agrees, and shifts a bit before resigning himself to business for the time being. “and as to the business part of the visit, we’ve come to announce a change of leadership in Ischia.” Careful, watching them, wondering if they’ve heard. It’s been a couple of days, after all, as he waited to secure his hold in Ischia and then his first trip was to Nerine. “In fact, I have taken over Ischia for the Brotherhood, with my Brothers beside me. We are aligned with Nerine as our sister-Kingdom, but I would very much like for Hyaline and Ischia to remain friends, if not more.”
He has no interest in being associated with what the rumors say Loess and Sylva are becoming and will send envoys there only to confirm the darkest rumors and bring news of his own ascension. But Tephra he has no strong feelings about at all, and Hyaline he is quite fond of. He is quite certain based on what he knows of his Brothers that they will feel the same way when queried, and also knows Hyaline maintains some ties to Nerine, and it is much easier to be friends with friends of friends.
And to allow himself to observe. Kagerus has added wings to her ensemble today, and she is considerably more physically affectionate than at his last visit as well. Perhaps they are simply more at ease in his presence – or perhaps it’s a new development. And certainly, it helps to explain how both were so perfectly immune to his harmless flirting last time. “It’s good to see the both of you as well,” the bay stallion smiles at both, “And there’s no reason we can’t mix a little pleasure with our duty.” His amber eyes flick to Kagerus’ observation of the alliance and for just a minute his half-smile is hard-edged and fierce. “Yes, the Alliance is treating me as well as it’s treating you,” he agrees, and even though he had very little hand in Kagerus’ training (just a few words of advice) he is pleased with her progress, as a friend can be. He does not linger on this subject, though, as he is also aware that half of their group had not fared as well in the first round as he and Kagerus. They should not feel bad, for the Alliance is meant to test the very best of the best, but the wound of loss might still be fresh.
“Times have very much changed,” he agrees, and shifts a bit before resigning himself to business for the time being. “and as to the business part of the visit, we’ve come to announce a change of leadership in Ischia.” Careful, watching them, wondering if they’ve heard. It’s been a couple of days, after all, as he waited to secure his hold in Ischia and then his first trip was to Nerine. “In fact, I have taken over Ischia for the Brotherhood, with my Brothers beside me. We are aligned with Nerine as our sister-Kingdom, but I would very much like for Hyaline and Ischia to remain friends, if not more.”
He has no interest in being associated with what the rumors say Loess and Sylva are becoming and will send envoys there only to confirm the darkest rumors and bring news of his own ascension. But Tephra he has no strong feelings about at all, and Hyaline he is quite fond of. He is quite certain based on what he knows of his Brothers that they will feel the same way when queried, and also knows Hyaline maintains some ties to Nerine, and it is much easier to be friends with friends of friends.
hold me in this wild, wild world
and in your heat I feel how cold it can get
and in your heat I feel how cold it can get
BRENNEN