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Andara Desta · 06-30-2012, 05:53 PM

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i figured Luella would probably have business in that stables at some point , so i hope this is okay for you :>

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The smell of horse dung was fresh in Andara's nose. It was not as strong as she remembered, but her nose crinkled nonetheless as she moved across the cobblestone walkway, each step warming her feet. The sun was high, and the rocks had bathed in that heat all morning, she could tell. A yawn pulled at her lips, and her slim muzzle opened wide, showing sharp pearly whites as she walked carefully towards the pale brick buildings.

Andy had never seen a stable so large and luxurious. Despite the broken sign at the entrance (and the smell), the place was in good condition. It was mostly empty, though, she noticed as she peered inside. The silhouettes of a few long-necked heads could be seen, but no more. Andara frowned; she had expected more. This pack is still new, she remembered, forcing herself to be content with seeing these few alone.

She moved quietly past the vacant rooms, having shed her cloak for easier travel, now that she was safe within a pack. The horses smelled her quickly, though, and some of them made noise at her approach, clearly fearful of strangers. They were odd animals, and she hadn't been so close to one since she was just a pup. Most of them shied away at her presence as she walked past, but one sniffed at her briefly. The faintest smile tugged at Andy's black lips as she watched the stallion watch her, russet tail wagging faintly behind her russet form.

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Luella Frisk · 06-30-2012, 09:03 PM

ooc: This is perfect! Big Grin

Thanks for starting!
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Luella had sent Darkness to the stables while she fixed the hole in her fence. Stanton, Lady and Margie had been locked in the house, where she could faintly hear them clopping about. When she'd moved a few large rocks into the brush, a quick-fix method that was by no means foolproof--she'd have to bring Margie inside when she wasn't around so the little goat didn't try to climb out and run off again--it was good enough until Ella could get the proper tools and materials.

Job done for the most part, she wiped her forehead with the back of one hand and adjusted her hat. It was warm today, though there were sparse clouds that protected her from the worst of the sun's rays; Ella had forgone her cloth coverings in favor of a shirt and shorts, protected by the trees as she was. Just in case, however, she carried the bag she'd found in the house at her hip, filled with bindings for her arms and legs should the clouds decide to disperse.

She set off back in the direction of the stables after another moment, Windle wheeling in the air above her. As they approached the grandiose building that was Darkness' temporary home, the scent of horse filled her nostrils. It was not the most pleasant smell, but Ella had grown up around it, and she gave a deep whiff, smiling as nostalgia struck. She approached the building, pausing to make sure Windle was alright as he alighted on top of the building before ducking inside.

She paused as she saw another woman already there, adjusting her hat nervously. She felt exposed without her scarf, even though she almost always took it off to talk to people; it took her a moment to gain the courage to step completely inside. When she did, she saw what the russet woman was looking at, and smiled.

Darkness swung his head toward her, flicking an ear and snorting before returning his gaze to the stranger. Ella moved forward to hold her hand out to him, smiling shyly at the other canine. "That's my boy, Darkness," She offered, running a hand gently over the giant nose. "He's very calm, if you'd like to meet him properly."

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Andara Desta · 07-09-2012, 12:42 PM

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lemme know if this isn't okay! sorry for the stupid long wait. ; ; i suck

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Andara had been sure that no one else was here. But suddenly a shape appeared, making the girl step back, startled. She blinked a moment, her eyes adjusting to the new figure before her. The woman was quite short; at seven months, even Andara was almost as tall. But the woman's figure was full, and she wore human clothes that covered some of her bright white fur, and a hat that hid her ears. Her fur was almost blinding when the sun reflected off of it, and the young Ethiopian had to glance away after a moment, preferring to focus on the dark beast in the stall before her. Her tail grew still, small ears darting back as the pale stranger approached, nervous despite the other girls Vinattan scent.

It seemed that the woman had eyes for the horse, as well. Andara was ready to back away until the blue-eyed woman spoke to her. Her own bright lilacs grew wide; she'd always wanted to meet a horse up close. "Darkness..." she repeated softly to herself, watching him react to his owner. He was huge, though she swore he was friendly. Andy watched as the stranger's pale hand stroked Darkness' snout, and her tail flicked with longing. She nodded. "I'd love to meet him," she confessed, shuffling forward at the woman's allowance.

As the achromatic woman had done, Andara let the animal sniff at her hand. His breath was hot and thick on her palm as she turned it, reaching out for the fleshy nose of the horse. It was warm and soft, and she ran her small hand up his face gently, petting him.

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