Moonlight flicked across the mare's back as she passed underneath the trees that danced in the wind. A strange mix of caution and excitement flickered in her earthy eyes as she made her way to the side of the pond. She halted at the water's edge as she stood tall, listening for any noises that might signal an end to her peaceful night. After a few heartbeats of silence except for the lapping waves of the pond and the rustling of the trees she stretched her neck down and took a drink from the pond, sending ripples through her dark reflection. The water chilled her insides, sending a shiver down her spine. She lifted her head after a few heartbeats and started to wander, her eyes drifting to the starry sky often. The wind tugged her mane and tail playfully as she stood there. She could see others far away, only visible because of their silhouettes. They were close enough to feel the comfort of others but far enough away so that Neso felt as though she were alone in this starry field. Bad memories tugged at her mind as if they were small bugs eating at her mind but she quickly pushed them away, reminding herself that she came here to find a home, not to remember one. She hated the idea of putting herself back into a situation where others would reply on her like before but at this point, she honestly had no other options. It was either this or live alone and most-likely die. Of course she could survive for a while but what will happen when she become old? When she can no longer fight and run? Will she simply just vanish from existence without a thought from anyone? To be forgotten like so many have already have? The thought constantly plagued her conscience and dreams. If she didn't do this, it would be as if she had never lived. Besides, she needed a chance to prove that she was capable of something other than letting others down. Memories flashed in her mind causing her to quietly promise to those of her past,
"I won't let it go to waste."
NESO