the dead are gone
She pauses to think when Daena asks about her favourite places in the kingdom. She’s been here so long, and there are just so many places that she enjoys. “Well, how about we visit the river first?” She grins, then dives into the bush with only a brief pause to make sure the black mare is following. They crash through the foliage for a few minutes, finally coming out upon one of the calmer stretches of the river. The current here is slow, and in a few spots, little spits of rock create clear, shallow pools. “I’ve always loved this spot. It’s nice and calm, and the water’s fresh. Don’t ever go wading or swimming in the murky water though, unless you’re looking for trouble. There’s a whole myriad of creatures that like to live in the calmer waters, some of which are friendly, some of which are definitely not.” As if on cue, the soft plop of a caiman slipping into the water reaches her ears. The beasts have learned to stay clear of her over the years, but her abilities give her an advantage that the vast majority of horses do not have. She smiles, hoping she hasn’t scared the mare. “I do love the Amazons with all my heart, but you have to be careful to never let up your guard, especially in some of the more wild areas.” The animals mostly avoid the populated centre of the kingdom, but out here is their territory.
and the living are hungry.
lexa.