The Mage and the Princess (dream)

[FaeWhisperer]

Princess Genevieve was out in the stables, getting ready to take her horse out for riding. She was waiting on her friend to join, who was a closely trusted mage to the kingdom her parents had ruled for a while. They basically had grown up together and had spent most of their time with one another, to the point of even him teaching her a little magic.

But now that they were older, feelings would blossom but she wasn’t really sure if she should even feel this way towards him, knowing that she would have to marry for duty rather than love.

Genevieve

Age: 18 years
Interests: loving to spend her time in a library surrounded by books, horse riding and painting whenever she got the chance.
Dislikes: the hot sun, tries to avoid it often to keep her skin nice and fair. She hates large crowds but knows that comes with the duty of being a princess.
Family: she has two younger siblings and her parents

 

[Angelica]

Oh how he was always late for their daily rides but he was on the clock always while she had more organized leisure time put into her day but he would always carve time for her, anything she would ask he was attempt the best of his ability. Over time he had come to notice things he did with her, he never did with other girls, hell he did not offer them the time of day for he was far too busy. The King and Queen ensured he was on the top of his game at all times, that the kingdom respected his gifts in the way of coin to the royal throne. Usually he only performed his healing magic on the ill or injured in the noble or royal blood lines but he would offer his gift for free down in the villages when he had the time.

Just outside the barn she could probably hear the running feet of her friend before he appeared panting in the doorway, a flashing smile on his lips as his eyes met hers "Sorry" chuckling as he knew she understood. Swiftly he retrieved his horse from their stall, a quick brush over before tacking up "Where shall we ride today?" he would ask while adjusting the girth.

Sahir

Age: 19 years old
Interests: magic of course, nature(plants to animals), art, wandering the kingdom when his dear friend is caught up in her duties
Dislikes: conflict and politics
Family: was an only child of two powerful mages that were employed by the royals until a sickness that swept the land took them when he was a young boy. The King and Queen took him in when seeing his potential along with how he and Genevieve became fast friends

 

[FaeWhisperer]

(I love him already!)

Genevieve laughed softly at her friend’s tardiness, and shook her head, “took you long enough,” she teased and began to bring her horse out of the stable. “By the river, I know you need to collect some herbs down there for your magic…” she trailed off, but was hoping to get more refreshed in the water itself, knowing it was going to be a hot blistering day.

 

[Angelica]

Meeting her outside of the barn he swing his leg over his horse, settling into the saddle while she suggested they head toward the river "Sounds like a plan" looking up to the sky a moment then over to her "probably a swim as well?" knowing how she disliked hot days. "Come lets get some wind in our hair" clicking to his horse to take off down the pathway.

 

[FaeWhisperer]

She mounted her horse and began to follow, and it wasn’t until long they reached the river. Thankfully she had packed some apples, some for them and the others for the horses.

She maneuvered herself off of her horse and walked down to the bank of the river, leading her horse so he could drink. Sahir’s horse was female however, and she knew her horse had taken a liking to his.

 

[Angelica]

Amazing as a speedy gallop was, seeing the fresh cool river made Sahir smile as he slid off his horse for her to drink the water while tying her to the nearest tree. Immediately he would take his satchel and begin picking the herbs only grown by the river "how was studying this morning? your teacher still giving you a hard time?" hoping to hear about her day as he technically still worked.

 

[FaeWhisperer]

Genevieve began to help, humming lightly at his question. “Mm, not really, not after the time you talked to them…they’ve treated me far kinder this time,” she said, wondering what had gone down between her friend and tutor. She took a swift glance at their horses and gave a small chuckle, “looks like my horse fancies yours,” she said, noting how he was nickering at her, obviously wanting to take her as a mate.

 

[Angelica]

A scoff sounded from him followed by a smirk "Hey no princess of mine will be treated in such a way. You have enough to worry about, education should be a joy not a chore" he spoke, picking a herb to set into his bag. His head would turn toward the horses before chuckling "He may get more action than I ever will" joking as his gaze settling on Genevieve before quickly looking away. His mare playing hard to get by moving to the other side of the tree she was posted too.

 

[FaeWhisperer]

“I’m not sure,” she chuckled to him, not noticing the glance, “she seems playing hard to get..” she pointed out, noting how she went to the other side, out of view of them. Her stallion did not give up though, blowing air through his nose in frustration, circling around and hoping she’d let him get closer.

 

[Angelica]

"I doubt your father would be pleased your pure stallion breeding with my little mare, he bought you that horse to boost your respect within the kingdom and of course to make you happy. I had to buy her with my own money" pointing out to his innocent friend. He would sit down in the grass, laying back as he kicks off his shoes to dip his feet into the water allowing him to let out a sigh "Ah yes, time to breathe" resting his eyes. His mare had begun to graze as the stallion attempted to grow closer, keeping an eye on him.

 

[FaeWhisperer]

“Oh pish posh,” she retorted, “I know that little ones from them would be beautiful..” she spoke and moved to sit by her friend, leaning back into the soft grass, thankful for the shade of the tree.

The horse moved a bit closer, hitting the ground with his hoof, trying to get her attention. He glanced around and noticed a wild group of horses nearby, and their stud. He grunted and reared up, ready to defend the female, even if it meant she wouldn’t let him near.

 

[Angelica]

"And I would be without a horse for a while" easily pointing out as he rests, feeling her join him drew a smile upon his face "has your mother spoken to you about the upcoming event, many suitors will be there" humming quietly knowing he would be attending but did not know if she desired his protection.

Lifting up her head by the stallions sudden rear toward a herd of wild horses did catch her attention, snorting as she pawed at the ground as a sign of being nervous since wild horses always meant trouble at times.

 

[FaeWhisperer]

She frowned at the mention of her mother, and sighed, “Yes, she has, doesn’t mean I will enjoy it when I go,” she huffed, looking to him. “But you’ll be there- and I’ll feel safer with you by my side..” she trailed off, blushing lightly as she did.

The stallion stood his ground, flicking his tail a bit more than usual, his ears twitching for any sudden sound from the herd, but they slowly went back to the other part of the forest, leaving the two alone.

 

[Angelica]

All he needed to hear that she preferred he remained close by at the event, of course had greetings and rounds to make with guests. She may he a princess but he had a reputation to uphold as well. His would open his eyes to look her direction “I shall protect you as long as you wear the color red” teasing het.

The mare nickers toward the stallion in thanks of protecting her from the wildies

 

[FaeWhisperer]

As he mentioned red, she blushed faintly, “what, your favorite color?” She teased in return, knowing that was his signature color, although royals typically wore a lot of blues, purples and golds. She could whip up something to wear.

Cerius nickered to her in reply, glancing over to her once more. “You alright?” He asked, knowing only she would be able to understand him.

 

[Angelica]

Loving to challenge her was his favorite activity of all time, he knew it would piss of her mother but she would be the star. He would hate to share her time with another man, the thought made his blood boil. Sitting up with a nod of his head “on you only”

Raana bobbed her head in acknowledgment “I did not even sense them, they grew so close” admitting to him.

 

[FaeWhisperer]

She blushed even more from that and bit her lip gently. “Of course, on me only,” she reassured, and looked out to the water. “Want to go for a swim?” She asked him next.

Cerius flicked an ear and slowly approached her. “I’d hate for my master’s friend to be upset if you got hurt,” he brayed out, chewing on the bit of his bridle a little. Truly he was a magnificent stud, standing more than 16 hands high with a dark charcoal mane and grey dappled coat. His eyes were a deep chestnut brown, and his nose was stained a darker grey than the rest of his body, as were the ends of his legs.

 

[Angelica]

Seeing her cheeks flushed made him bite his lip, remind himself to keep it together. He would reach behind him to pull off his shirt “I’d love a swim!” Scooting over to the water.

More on the smaller side sue barely stood at 15 hands, a fleabitten grey mare with a white mane and tail. She looked over to her rider that saved her from auction and brought her to most expensive stable ever. They were spoiled everyday, treated and care and kindness. “Yes, thank you” stepping back from him, knowing better than to mingle with him. He was the princesses horse, a prize winner and looker.

 

[FaeWhisperer]

She couldn’t help but flush at the sight of him being shirtless- but- she blamed it on the sun. She then slipped out of most of her dresses, to the under slip. It was sheer and left a lot to be desired..once wet…he would be able to see everything. She then went forward and began to wade into the cooler water, sighing softly with relief.

As she stepped back from him, he gave a soft snort of protest. “Why do you shy away from me? We’ve been in the same stable for moons now,” he explained, and she had been the only mare to truly catch his eye, as mating season was upon them.

 

[Angelica]

already in to his waist he would turn to watch her enter after him, a smirk growing to see her slip dress was sheer as can be. “My, look at you” he chuckles before splashing water her way.

Flicking back her ears with a swish of her tail she would turn her head away “I have no right to even speak to you” admitting his rank. She was lower in the stable hers of other horses, most of them were spoiled snobs so she didnt get along with any of them.

 

[FaeWhisperer]

She laughed softly at his splashing, and she splashed back in return. “What? Can’t resist staring?” She teased, knowing they had seen each other nude before, but strictly as friends. Although she was comfortable around him, she wouldn’t be comfortable around anyone else.

“Raana..” he began, but didn’t know what to say. He laid his ears back slightly. “But I love spending times like these with you,” he mentioned, which was practically every day, their masters would take them for long rides alongside the country and into the nearby towns. His tail swished and he came up to the side of her, “You know I’d fight anyone for you..”

 

[Angelica]

turning his back to hide his charming face while laughing with her “Not my fault you are the finest maiden in all the land! And I promise you, that you are the fairest as well” wading his way over to her. “Looks like your stallion is trying to warm up to Raana” he hums.

They were together almost everyday though Sahir would take her on longer rides to outskirt villages. He did not do it often for she was skittish when riding alone. “Well you are lead stallion…” pointing out as she remained still

 

[FaeWhisperer]

Genevieve couldn’t help but turn bright red from his words. But she was distracted by his next sentence, giving a slight laugh. “Well Cerius is fond of her, he turns his nose up at the other mares that try to get his attention..”

Cerius gave a small nicker. “You know what I mean,” he spoke, figuring she was deflecting. He then brushed up the side of her, but lowered his head, nudging one of the apples towards her.

 

[Angelica]

Not being around much Sahir was unable to see the dynamic between the horses other than Raana being an outcast cause she was of a different blood line and not all fancy trained "I can see that, you and him are similar in that way mm?" teasing her that she never gave other men a chance.

Raana looks down to the apple nudged her way, leaning down to bite into half of it "Come on, Cerius" looking to him now "I am a low tier horse that should not even be talking to you" only imagining what the other mares would do if they knew Cerius was hitting on her. Her first day at the stable, she got beat up pretty badly since she was still recovering, Sahir was super upset and isolated her for her safety.

 

[FaeWhisperer]

She became more flustered at his comment, and sputtered out the next words, “Well, if Cerius mates Rayaa she’d be the first, he’s refused to do so no matter how often my father tries..” she didn’t even want to acknowledge what he commented on.

If Cerius could frown, he would. He did give a soft snort and flicked his tail. “Raaya..” his ears flattened a bit as he pawed the ground, clearly nervous about something. “You don’t get it…do you? I’ve taken quite the fancy to you..” he hadn’t even been aware of the unkindness she had suffered. But he knew that once a mated pair, they would share a stall together, so that no other males could mate her, and to ensure her pregnancy.

 

[Angelica]

He was able an arms length from her when he stopped, tilting his head to see her all flustered which was adorable and funny at the same time "Ah well ya know I have noticed I am the only guy you hang around, hell even talk too without venom on your tongue" raising a brow, maybe trying to get a confession out of her.

Pinned ears were the reaction of his confession toward her, all the other mares he has seen him be taken away with of course no foals were ever around the stables though. "Okay..." not understanding where he was going with this "you like me...doesn't mean I can be with you" looking over to her rider, he was the royal mage but came from poverty only his gift pulled him out and he had to prove himself everyday.

 

[FaeWhisperer]

Genevieve looked over at him and gave a soft sigh, “Because I know you’re not after my crown,” she replied, laying back on the riverbank, letting the sun warm her chilled skin now, even though she hated it..she was very welcoming for it now…her underdress she wore- the sheerness of it was showing a perfect body, sculpted by the gods it seemed.

Cerius snorted, shaking his head and looking around, “Well, either way..I’m not mating anyone else, I know who I want,” he looked at her, and the softness in his eyes true..

 

[Angelica]

He never saw a crown on her anyways, he was a beautiful girl that he can never truly have, he was lucky to still be close to her at this point in their lives. Sahir would move closer, his eyes taking in her grace filled body, her curves, her glowing skin made him wish that he would whisk her away from this royal life, he would if that was what she wanted. Certainly she knew at this point he would do anything for her, anything she asked. "I need no crown, no coin, no fancy clothes, no castle, just my horse, my gifts, and my girl" smiling toward her.

"Why me out of all the other mares?" she questions him with a shake of her head before moving closer to him, touching her nose to his shoulder "Why risk mating with a mare saved off the market?" knowing he already admitted to defending and protecting her but why only her.

 

[FaeWhisperer]

She blinked at his words and raised her head a little to look at him. “Your girl?” She echoed, the way the sun hit her..gods, she was perfection..deflowering her in such a manner would be shameful..but he could tell the feelings that crossed her own heart- wanting adventure and excitement with someone..

“Risk?” He echoed as she touched his shoulder. “All the other mares were selectively bred..some have lost their true natures, and..” he trailed off. “My mother was saved off the market,” he explained, “if it hadn’t been for the queen..” he pressed up against Raaya more. “You’re kind, gentle and more accepting of others than anyone else I’ve seen..” he explained further to her.

 

[Angelica]

He knew calling her that would certainly catch her off guard but he was spun for a loop from how the sun hit her, it took his breath away and made him far to excited to hide it from her. Shifting his body slightly away he lets out a chuckle "aren't you my girl?" questioning her.

She rested her head under his neck hearing the truth of the other horses in the stable but the story of his mother being saved from the market was reassuring, he saw his mother in her may explain why she caught his eye. "Well being kicked around all your life teaches you to seek out the beauty and warm when you can" admitting softly