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[azuresong]

A horse!?

[ Wait, where did this come from!? She couldn’t exactly recall a time, so she shakes her head, clearly confused. ]

No, I haven’t… Eustace, do you have a horse!?

[flamekthunder]

[A light grin.]

Yes, Tifa as well. It makes traveling through the Wildlands easier when we have to cover large distances.

[He knows they don't do much riding in their world since usually just walking will suffice, but it has its advantages here.]

[azuresong]

[ why is she just now discovering this!! Eustace was full of so many surprises, but she hasn’t expected this one at all!

Cue her trying to hide her excitement by shifting her weight back and forth where she stood… but the look of anticipation in those blue eyes were a clear enough indicator ]

I really want to ride one! Can I please!? Will I be able to do it right now…!?

[flamekthunder]

[His mouth is twitching trying to not laugh and smile too hard at her obvious excitement. But a small chuckle does escape him as he can't resist the urge to reach over and pat her head as if trying to calm her down.]

Yes, we can. Let me grab my things and I'll meet you outside. You'll want to wear some comfortable pants and boots.

[He looks at the dogs.]

You all wait here.

[They whiiiine they wanna go on a hike toooooo DDDD: But Eustace is adamant. If Lyria somehow manages to succeed... Well, he'd rather not take any risks.]

[azuresong]

[ Waaaah a headpat from Eustace!! Doggies be jealous!!

She relishes in the pat, giggling and smiling all the awhile before nodding her head. ]

Okaay! I'll go get dressed and meet you there! [ Lyria in pants WHAT A CONCEPT but that is what he requested, than she shall abide!

Glancing down with an apologetic look towards the dogs she will offer them a headpat in return for their troubles before skittering off into her room to change.

It doesn't take her long to get dressed (mainly because she is flying through the room as fast as her legs could carry her) and soon she will emerge successfully from her chambers, dressed and ready to ride! ]

[flamekthunder]

[He can't help but laugh a little as he watches her before he gives the dogs one last head ruffle and instructions to watch the house before he heads upstairs. He can pretty much go as is, but if they're out there it's better to have Flamek with him. Some water and maybe a few snacks wouldn't be a bad idea, either... Though he could always find them something if Lyria actually got hungry.

Once set, he heads out to meet Lyria and there's a quick glance over before he nods in approval.]

Ready?

[azuresong]

[ Once he comes back down she is eager to wave at him, as if it had been almost an entire day since she last saw him.

She'll even twirl around in a circle to show off her new outfit and nod. ]

I'm ready!

[flamekthunder]

[stop being so damn adorable

With a light smile he nods towards the opposite end of the road that leads out of the neighborhood towards some fields.]

We'll head out that way. The horses are being boarded at a nearby stable so you can meet both of them before we head out.

[azuresong]

[ At the mention of the horses Lyria will become excited once again and start RUNNING IN THE DIRECTION EUSTACE HAD MENTIONED. ]

Heheheee...! I can't wait to meet them! Hurry Eustace, let's go!

[flamekthunder]

Careful or you'll trip.

[This girl... But he'll just follow after her at his more leisurely pace, letting her run ahead until he catches up—assuming she slows down enough for him to.

It's a little bit of a walk, but the road will lead them into the outskirts of town where the fields are. Given the season there's not much to look at right now, but come spring they will be plowed and growing whatever they plan for it. Some are served as pastures where the various interesting livestock such as the special flower cows, sheep, and other animals are held.

And not too much farther beyond that, they will see a field where a few horses are out roaming, idly grazing in the sun.]

[azuresong]

[ She'll eventually slow down enough to finally walk beside Eustace, allowing the calming presence to slow her down enough to look around fully at their surroundings.

Sure, it wasn't much yet, but she found every bit of this place beautiful. And as they approach where the horses are in the distance, Lyria will audibly gasp. ]

Th- there they are...! [ They look so much bigger in person, and a sudden sense of sheepishness falls over the girl as she moves behind Eustace's leg as they get closer. ]

... Is it really okay to ride them?

[flamekthunder]

Yes.

[A soft smile.]

But for this trip you'll be riding with me on my horse. It's the black stallion over there. The smaller white mare grazing next to him is Tifa's.

[As if hearing his voice, the stallion slowly raises its head and looks over towards them before slowly starting to amble towards the fence, the mare trotting right after.]

[azuresong]

[ Oh!! They're coming closer!!

Lyria tucks herself a little more behind his leg as she peers around to watch as they approach, exciting forming in her stomach. ]

They're beautiful... [ She pauses only long enough to give the two a small wave. ] Hello there, horses! Do they both have a name?

[flamekthunder]

[As if understanding, the horses whicker as they approach the fence and soon crane their necks over. Who is this girl that the wolf dude brought...? The mare in particular eyes Lyria and wuffs at her.]

The black one is named Nyx. The white is Freya.

[The stallion will also reach out to investigate Lyria. So small...]

[azuresong]

[ Acquiring a small amount of courage, Lyria will tear herself away from Eustace's arm to approach them, her eyes affixed with wonder.

She will quietly, hesitantly, reach out a hand in order to show herself to them, just as she had with the dogs before. ]

Nyx... Freya... it's so nice to meet you both! I'm Lyria. [ She flashes them both a welcoming smile before gently leaning further in an attempt to lightly brush her fingers against the edge of their nose. ]

[flamekthunder]

[The horses continue to look at the girl curious before the mare slowly reaches out to accept the touch, nostrils quivering before releasing a strong, warm wuff of air. The stallion will follow as well, bumping its nose against Lyria's hand.]

Seems they accepted you. Here—

[He pulls out something from his pockets and takes Lyria's hand, covering it with his own before he drops a few sugar cubes into her palm.]

This will win them over.

[azuresong]

[ She is cautious with her hand, and gasps loudly when the horse reacts to her movements. This was a good reaction, right!?

Lyria allows her hand to be taken and once the lump is felt in her hands, she will curious look on with wide eyes. ]

Ah...! Sugar cubes! [ That's right! Horses like these!

Renewed with a bold sense of courage she will give a nod to him before turning her attention back to the horses, opening her palm and pushing her hand forward towards their mouths. ]

[flamekthunder]

[Their ears are pricked forward immediately upon seeing and catching a whiff of the sugar cubes. However, rather than both at once, the black stallion takes a step to the side, tail swishing idly as he bobs his head towards the mare to go first. There's a pleasant little whicker as she bumps her head against his neck before daintily reach out, velvety lips shuffling around to grab one sugar cube before she steps back to let the stallion take a turn, who also gently takes the other sugar cube.

...

Watching this Eustace feels a little strange...

...

He may need to keep them separated more often—]

[azuresong]

[ She couldn't tell if this was normal or not... but it was so cute!? She's delighted when each of them take a cube from her as well as a bit surprised by how well behaved each one was to one another! ]

Eheheh... I think they like each other!

[flamekthunder]

.......Perhaps.

[Eying them..... Eying them.... It wouldn't be so surprising, really, but now he has to think about things he didn't think he had to worry about. His horse had always shown zero interest so it was never a problem, but now.... ... .....HM.]

...In any case, I need to get Nyx ready, so lets head to the stables.

[azuresong]

[ Lyria can see the expression Eustace's making but is... unsure of what it entirely means. Was two horses in a love a bad thing!?

She wants to question but the talk of the stables brings her back down to the topic at hand. ]

Yes, sir! [ She cheers before filing by his side once again and using a hand to wrap around his arm for guidance. ] Did you build the stables here, too?

[flamekthunder]

[Tucking his concerns to the back of his mind, he smiles lightly as Lyria holds onto him and laughs at her question.]

No. These already existed and someone else runs and maintains them. I only pay for the rent and necessary supplies.

[azuresong]

Oooh! First dogs, now horses... I didn't know you had so many pets! Maybe you should have a farm full of animals!

[flamekthunder]

[A small laugh.]

Well...maybe in the future. Would you help take care of them?

[azuresong]

[ A shocked, but excited glimmer in her eyes and she nods!! ]

I would love to help! Anything you want to me do, I will be there for you!