He traveled into Loess casually, he was here and there, exploring beqanna and talking to others. He spent time with his children, who were almost yearlings already! Time truly flew with children, but he had barely seen Rey or even Lepis. He swore he would never share his heart with another after Dacia took it but whenever he tried to ignore it Lepis came to his mind. He probably made a mistake as he should be expecting another foal this coming spring, but it was not with Lepis, it was with a mare who was in Loess at the time of his rule.

He set into Loess to find Lepis he missed her pale pelt, the blue that ran down her spine. She always knew what to say, he could not hide his emotions around her. He heard that she was doing big things in Loess, he could not be more proud, she would have made a great queen. She deserved to be a queen, the only reason he regrets stepping down is because she should have been given the thrown. She was so young when she did have it, had she had it now she would have done wonders with the kingdom.

She remained loyal to Loess, regardless the ruler, he only wondered if she remained loyal to him. She was beautiful, it was no secret, did she find another lover in his absence? Was there saving there relationship? Or was Lepis ready to cut it off completely, find a partner that she truly deserved, one who was devoted to her like she always dreamt of.

She always seemed happy with Arthas, or perhaps it was just being content. He never really poked with her emotions, and maybe he never bothered asking because he was scared of the response. Scared that she had real feelings for him....scared to admit his own feelings.

She smiles when he mentions Delta and Mary which forces a smile of his own to appear on his maw, she appeared to be the best mother out of the three he has. Of course Despayr has since passed, but he knew she would never be better than Lepis was already. He had thought that he wanted the herd life, but the more time he spends with Lepis, and in the absence of Rey, he realizes that was not exactly what he was interested in. He always hid his emotions but he is coming to the realization that his heart belongs to one.....but he does not know if he should tell her.

He asks what she has been up to and her response was running. He tilts his head in confusion though as she lifts her wing she shows the muscle that she has built. She was always beautiful, but the new muscle she proudly struts brings a new level of beauty. Beautiful his voice was gentle, he almost regrets letting the words escape.

She continues to say that she also flies and climbs and all he really noted was she was not spending her time with another. It was to his relief that he did not hear that news....perhaps there was till a chance for the two. She notes she has another mile to run and asks if he wants to join, he did not hesitate and nodded his head. He extends his neck to nudge her shoulder and breaks into a canter with a coltish laugh that follows. I am glad to see your wing is better he yells out as the wind passes through his ears.

The two equines ran across the earths hard core, beside each other and it felt like there was no problems between them. As much as Arthas wanted to pretend that Lepis knew his feelings for her the truth was she probably didn't, she was an attractive and smart mare....others would try there attempts at courting her if they haven't already.

She thanks Nerine for he wing and before he could ask why she notes she delivered the captive to them and it was whole again. He did not fully understand how it was possible, but he did not need to ask any further questions, he was just glad to see her happy. He would always hold the shame of letting Lepis become hurt under Sylva due to his own selfish desires.

Lepis his voice was serious as he slowed his pace, it was hard to hear with the wind whipping through there ears. This conversation was not meant to be taken lightly, in fact it would define there relationship forever. His pace grew to a halt all together and he searched for her gaze We have never said much about our relationship... He was not good at talking about his feelings, he wanted to look away but he refused to do so.

He steps closer to the mare leaving only a pace between them I have feelings for you Lepis, I tried my best to bury my feelings with other mares....but at the end of the day it is you who is always on my mind. He never thought he would find himself in this situation after Dacia, he tried his hardest to avoid 'love' and everything that came with it, but it just seems to be following him. I only want you Lepis....am I to late? He knows he left her plenty of time to find someone else, he can only hope it wasn't to late.

She always made him feel comfortable, tucked in tightly beside him and groomed his mane gently. She always knew what to do in the moment, he did not want to break the silence but he had to express his feelings. She stares up at him and listens as he speaks, she does not show any emotion just content with the conversation.

I am yours she says, the words sounded perfect and he gasped a sigh of relief. She raises her maw to his own and he gently nibbles at her whiskers. In that single moment everything seemed perfect but what she followed up with left him more confused then before they spoke I don't mind if there are other woman. An odd statement, was he not clear with what he wanted? Or was she not wanting him to have his attention solely on her?

She notes that it is not her place to be jealous and he can have all the mare he likes. He stares at her astonished with the words that come from her maw, some mares are content with herd life but Lepis deserved so much more. He did not know what to do, was there no remedy? Was she settling because Arthas introduced her to this life? Because he did not express his feelings earlier?

He took a few moments before saying anything, even when he speaks he is unsure of what to say to her. He extends his neck to quickly touch her cheek Yes....well if that is what you want. His eyes shift off the mare he only returns his gaze after forcing himself to. Well, I have some things I need to take care of, we will talk again soon then. He dips his head and with it he turns around and bounds away.