07-25-2019, 11:00 AM
A warmness swelled in her chest at the sight of Jesper’s smile, and a certain softness fell upon her face. She always enjoyed seeing others smile. He started his reply, and her softness was replaced with curiosity, and then back again. Only this time, there was something more behind her eyes. A constant companion, a trustworthy partner and friend, a loyal love. Jesper had admitted what it was he was hoping to find. Why he was telling her, she couldn’t quite say. But it gave her pause. There was something about having such a thing that made her suddenly feel so...lonely. Camomila had been all on her own most of her life. Her status made her impartial, so she hardly had any friends. She had treated everyone with equal kindness, as if all those within her Kingdom were her own family. That’s because in her mind, they were. But she never got the chance to get to know any of them. And her real family...they weren’t with her. Her parents retired and had gone off doing their own thing, while her brother made her his enemy.
Perhaps...perhaps what Jesper was looking for, she had also come to desire without realizing it. But she felt selfish to allow herself to imagine having a mate. She was fortunate to have what she has, a high position in the council. Her people were supposed to be her top priority, the only thing she could afford do think about. Wasn’t asking for something more personal too much? She knew the answer, however. Many others have mates and foals while maintaining their positions, some are even leaders. She was no different. But it was her obsession with protecting those below her that made her feel as if she was an exception. She never made time for herself; it’s only natural she feels selfish whenever she finally does. That didn’t mean there was anything wrong with it.
Jesper’s voice broke the silence between them, his eyes locking with hers. She couldn’t bring herself to turn her gaze away. His words sank in slowly, as she had never heard them spoken to her before. No one had ever shown such an interest in her. Perhaps it was her work that drove males away. It was all she ever had her nose buried in; so why approach a mare who’s too busy working to pay them any attention? But Jesper was different. He claimed that her dedication to her work and residents was attractive. He even went as far as calling her nurturing, strong, independent and resourceful. They were qualities she had known she had, but never gave much thought to, never considered admirable, or even attractive. They were things she had to learn in order to be a good leader. She needed to watch over and protect the residents of her land as a mother to her children, and be just as powerful whenever they are threatened. Independence and resourcefulness was necessary, as the only one she could truly rely on and trust was her own judgement. Things went wrong if she entrusted important tasks to others. She did all of the work on her own, carried the full weight of leadership on her shoulders. She would not give that burden to any other.
Jesper liked those things about her, and was not driven away by them. He was attracted to her because of it. She blinked a few times, her face heating up to the tip of her ears, heart pounding. He wanted to court her. Someone actually wanted to court her. Jesper was always kind and respectful, and the fact that he asked for her permission, and wished to take their time courting before deciding on a mateship or not, was very admirable. It made her heart warm, and a soft smile splayed across her gentle face. He is a fine stallion, and Camomila couldn’t help being tempted by his offer. They both wanted a mate, and he cared for their land as much as she did. He was dependable, honorable, faithful and true. He is very charming, polite, and she found his company quite pleasant. Those were reason enough to give him a fair chance.
She broadened her smile just slightly, “You are very kind to ask me. I would be honored to court you.” She dipped her head in agreement, habit making her more formal than she had intended. She hoped it wouldn’t offend him...
@[Jesper]
Perhaps...perhaps what Jesper was looking for, she had also come to desire without realizing it. But she felt selfish to allow herself to imagine having a mate. She was fortunate to have what she has, a high position in the council. Her people were supposed to be her top priority, the only thing she could afford do think about. Wasn’t asking for something more personal too much? She knew the answer, however. Many others have mates and foals while maintaining their positions, some are even leaders. She was no different. But it was her obsession with protecting those below her that made her feel as if she was an exception. She never made time for herself; it’s only natural she feels selfish whenever she finally does. That didn’t mean there was anything wrong with it.
Jesper’s voice broke the silence between them, his eyes locking with hers. She couldn’t bring herself to turn her gaze away. His words sank in slowly, as she had never heard them spoken to her before. No one had ever shown such an interest in her. Perhaps it was her work that drove males away. It was all she ever had her nose buried in; so why approach a mare who’s too busy working to pay them any attention? But Jesper was different. He claimed that her dedication to her work and residents was attractive. He even went as far as calling her nurturing, strong, independent and resourceful. They were qualities she had known she had, but never gave much thought to, never considered admirable, or even attractive. They were things she had to learn in order to be a good leader. She needed to watch over and protect the residents of her land as a mother to her children, and be just as powerful whenever they are threatened. Independence and resourcefulness was necessary, as the only one she could truly rely on and trust was her own judgement. Things went wrong if she entrusted important tasks to others. She did all of the work on her own, carried the full weight of leadership on her shoulders. She would not give that burden to any other.
Jesper liked those things about her, and was not driven away by them. He was attracted to her because of it. She blinked a few times, her face heating up to the tip of her ears, heart pounding. He wanted to court her. Someone actually wanted to court her. Jesper was always kind and respectful, and the fact that he asked for her permission, and wished to take their time courting before deciding on a mateship or not, was very admirable. It made her heart warm, and a soft smile splayed across her gentle face. He is a fine stallion, and Camomila couldn’t help being tempted by his offer. They both wanted a mate, and he cared for their land as much as she did. He was dependable, honorable, faithful and true. He is very charming, polite, and she found his company quite pleasant. Those were reason enough to give him a fair chance.
She broadened her smile just slightly, “You are very kind to ask me. I would be honored to court you.” She dipped her head in agreement, habit making her more formal than she had intended. She hoped it wouldn’t offend him...
@[Jesper]
