(Hold on y'all, I'm making a new part. We just keep blazing through these! XDD)

Espen:

"I mean, well, I don't know. I just hope there isn't," he replied, paddling to the shallower part of the pond.

(@LionSpark Ask what thy wisheth my friend! XDD Go ahead)

Bhearit:

He thought for a long while before actually answering. If he was truly honest, he never really did accomplish any invention that worked. This is why he hoped that the new big project was successful this time.

"Well, I have tried to make an automatic clothesline; you don't need to go out and unclip them, all you need to do is crank a lever and they'll come in through you window," he replied finally with an unenthusiastic shrug. "Didn't do too well in the selling though."

Bhearit mostly got his pay through fixing roofs and broken wagons, but he hoped that that would change as soon as he showed his new invention.

Ulrani:

She rubbed her chin thoughtfully. "So, they speak like we do?" she mused, looking impressed. "I would be glad to meet their doctor."

Callum:

He smiled to himself, looking down with his hands clasped behind his back.

Vioni:

And with that, she was unconcious.

Lemonade

He inched closer.

Vioni:

"I'm.. fine.." She said, breathless.

Lemonade

He spun around "You don't look ok?!"

Vioni:

"Be careful." She warned. She started to walk but fell to the ground.

Lemonade

"O-ok..." he turned to leave, not noticing the blood.

Vioni:

"Just a little scratch." She lied, blood seeping through her shirt.

Lemonade

"Are...are you ok?" He hesitated leaving.

Vioni:

Worry crossed her face and then a wince. Her hand flew to her side.

Lemonade:

He started backing away from her.

(River. She is. But it was against her will. If that's alright with Ash..?)

Topaz:

She walked over to Declan. "I like this one." She picked up matching boots too.

(You all might see me hoppin around here, but I prefer to do my RPing on my pc, not on the iPad. XDDD I‘ll join in as soon as I have a keyboard lol)

Thunderfire

he lunged again. "Fine don't believe me,"

then he turned his back, he would not speak to a hybrid like her

Reiyzl: "Right," she said, eyes darting to the side as if she did not believe him. "There's gotta be 20 of you with the same rank, huh? You can't be anything special."

Topaz:

She tried it on and loved it. She walked out, the outfit in her arms. "Declan? I found one." She picked a loose one on purpose. (Ash. I've been trying to give subtle hints leading up to this but I wanted to ask permission. May Topaz be pregnant? I've been giving hints about her not feeling good. And, um, it could've happened when she worked in the thieves guild. I've been trying to make her back story leading up to that she's pregnant. Is that alright?)

Topaz:

She looked around and found an outfit. "Found one!"

(Btw. Her top half is more closed so nothing "shows")

Thunderfire

he tried to lunge at her but his wings were chained up

"Highest! Im the lead Captain if i was at low rank i would not have under Captain and other Captains aswell" he spat with disgust

Sophie:

She gasped. “There creatures in the water?” A plan folded into her mind, and she tried desperately not to laugh, to keep her plan a secret

Thunderfire

he pinned his ears

"Wrong there are three ranks of Captains" he stoped

"Now what is in it for me, im not going to just give you info"

Fig: "Yes. Exactly. Currently, their doctor is the best authority we can talk to, and you're the one who speaks her language," he said simply.

Carmela: She started browsing the available clothing, looking for something that would appeal to Topaz. It was hard not to start thinking in terms of jewelry... There was a woolen brown blouse that would suit Topaz, if only it had turquoise buttons. But if it had turquoise buttons, it would be too nice for common wear. And so on. She did have a few workable ideas, however.

(So sorry i have had the stomach flu so i missed things

any recommets for me or a summary?)

(Hey Ash? I has question for ya!!)

Rayla

She smiled as him as they walked

Ben:

His smile broadened into a grin and he squeezed her hand gently and led her out of his room and back into the Tavern. Ben glanced behind him as they walked down the hallway, his eyes twinkling as they caught Rayla's.

Rayla

"Sure! Breakfast sounds amazing!"

Kavani:

She nodded slowly as his words echoed in his mind. She looked up at him and smiled. It was a small smile, but also genuine. She heard the way his voice stiffened and his words grew sharper when he spoke of his family, but she didn't pry. Kavani wouldn't want him to ask her questions about her family, so she didn't ask Bhearit questions about his. "That's interesting." She said softly then fell into silence again. The walked a few more feet when she asked, "Uh- what's your most prized invention? What are you most proud of?"

Kollin's grip on their hands eased as he heard them talking. It wasn't as casual as it once was, but it was a start. Feeling quite proud of himself, he smiled wide and lifted his head high.

Declan:

He followed behind Topaz and kept his eyes forward, not allowing his gaze to drift back towards the jewelers hut. He glanced towards Topaz and smiled softly, "Lead the way. If you see anything you like, just say so."

Declan secretly despised shopping. But, he had to learn to tolerate it once he became a single father. It was mundane to him, a stallion: you try on a shirt you like, only to try it on in a different color. It's the same shirt and it fits just fine...why go to such lengths to try it on in two different colors? Did the color truly matter? (Ironic, considering he's an open-minded poet)

He didn't want to ruin the girls' fun so he put aside his own dislike for shopping and followed along.

Ben:

He smirked down at Rayla and laughed. "Alright, I believe ya." He kissed her again. "Hungry? Want some breakfast?" He mumbled gently as he took her hand in his.

(AHH! Sorry everyone!! I'm here now!)

Espen:

He paddled out farther. "I hope there aren't any fishy creatures in here!" he called, looking around him.

Sophie:

She rolled her eyes. “No, I mean don’t go this smart because it’s DEEP.”

Topaz:

She came upon a hut. She stopped and hesitated. (Is River even on??)

Espen:

"Yeah, if you go straight, it'll go shallower," he replied sarcastically, grinning as he went deeper.

Ulrani:

"Why do I need to meet their doctor?" she asked. "Is that their highest authority?"

Callum:

He swallowed and glanced at Fig. He was afraid that this councilman was going to do a lot more explaining than anticipated.

Sophie:

She laughed, and trotted deeper into the water until it was up to her chest. “This part’s a bit deeper!”

she called out to Espen

Rayla

"I wont do it again even if I know he deserves it."

Fig: He nodded. "Ulrani, this is a request, not an order, so you don't have to do this if you don't want to," he cautioned.

"If you do decide to go, I'll also send my medic here to help as well. Callum and I will brief you more thoroughly."

Ulrani:

She flicked her ears forward and furrowed her brow thoughtfully. "Yes, I have heard of pegasi- rather, rumors of them," she replied, nodding. "If I'm to meet their doctor, then I'm going to need to let everyone know that I'll be gone. I'll leave my nurses here, however."

Evvie:

She knew Figmos and respected him greatly, but this new stallion, she had never seen before. Callum. She fingered her tunic thoughtfully. His light blond hair was quite a contrast to his tan skin, especially his extremely dark coat.

But what intrigued, and intimidated, her the most was his mismatched eyes. His left one was pale yellow, and the other a deep brown. This stallion was large and muscular, and appeared to be a warrior due to his sheathed sword at his side.

Suddenly Callum met the fifteen-year-old mare's gaze, and she quickly looked away. She had been staring too long, how embarrassing!

Callum:

He raised an eyebrow slightly and then turned his attention back to conversation.

Espen:

"Well DUH," he retorted, laughing. "Don't drink it then!" The colt trotted into the water until it was up to his stomach. He shivered. "Man! This is chill-y."

(Not gonna be on that much today due to being sick. I have a my bed set up so I might be on a little, it all depends how I'm feeling. When should Declan and the girls reach the clothes shop, River & Aspi??)

Sophie:

She coughed. “Well yeah, it tastes terrible though.” She spat the water out

(Nice librarian, Ash!)

Govind: Almost immediately, he heard the rhythm of Jocelyn's banjo. He kept up his steps, but he began to scan the crowd until he saw the source of the sound.

Reba: She thought for a moment. "Is there somewhere we can go to hear music?" she asked. "I remember what we heard at the party, but I would like to learn more."

Maybe if she got the hang of Centak, she could write songs again.

Fig: "You've heard rumors of the pegasi herd to the South, yes?" he asked, addressing both Evvie and Ulrani so that either one could chip in. He wanted all of Johirestown to know what was happening.

"Callum here has lived among them, and the council has decided to join them as allies. We think a good first step would be for you to meet with their doctor."

Espen:

He came up, wiping his hair out his face. He looked around and, upon spotting Sophie, grinned widely. "Feels good!" he exclaimed, climbing out of the pond. He bent over and pulled off his now dripping tunic.

Sophie:

She ducked her head as the cold water drenched her. She sputtered, and laughed

Espen:

He grinned, backed up, and shot forward, his hooves pounding in the dirt.

"Wee EEEEEE-!" his squeal was cut off by his loud splash into the pond.

Sophie:

She waded into the pond ankle deep, and continued until it was lapping her stomach

Espen:

"Uh... ya!" he replied and loped toward the pond.

Sultaan:

He flicked his ears. "What would you like to do, then?" he signed.

The librarian:

"I hope you have a nice day," she replied and walked over to her desk again. What a wonderful foreigner, she thought to herself as she brushed away some dust from her desk. She hoped to meet some more like Colchi.

Ulrani:

She smiled and shook Callum's hand gently. "A pleasure to meet you, Callum," she replied with a soft voice, quite a contrast to the firm and leader-like one of Fig's.

Callum:

He returned her smile. "As to you, Miss Ulrani," he replied.

Ulrani stepped back, still smiling. Evvie moved behind her slightly, watching the two large stallions.

"What is it that you desire, Figmos?" the Healer asked.

Bhearit:

He glanced at Kavani briefly. Well, at least she felt inclined to say something; however, her feelings about this whole situation still remained quite unknown to Bhearit.

"Well..." he began uncertainly. "I suppose it was because I like to create new things that will make life easier." It was a phrase he always used to explain inventing. "I mean, I've enjoyed just putting things together and making something new no one has ever thought of before.

"I technically got into the business of a mechanic when I was thirteen, even though I was at home with my mum and step-dad," he said; his voice had lowered into a quieter tone when he spoke about his family.

Jocelyn:

Her ears twitched her ears as she heard a melodic sound coming from somewhere near the stage. She looked at her banjo, and started thrumming the strings in beat to the sound.

Reba: "Maybe a little bit..." she signed. "I still have energy to do something else though."

Colchi: "Thank you, I will," he told her, picking up the stack of books and moving back to Eric's table. "Are you ready to go back to Ben's?" he asked.

Fig: "Good afternoon!" he boomed. "Ulrani, this is Callum Docchi, a captain I'm working with. Callum, this is Ulrani, one of our town healers."

Govind Gardner: He began to dance, his hooves making a pleasing clacking sound against the stage.

Rayla

"I wont do it again even if I know he deserves it."

Jasper

He didn't really know what to do, so he busied himself with adjusting the straps on his sling. That way he would hopefully be comfotable when someone showed up.

Ben:

He couldn't help but smile. "Well, I'm glad you reframed from dumping alcohol on him. Keep up the good work." He teased with a small chuckle. "I'm sure he appreciates it, too."

Sophie:

She made sure the water was settled before turning to Espen. She grinned. “Ready to swim?”

The librarian:

She smiled brightly. "That's wonderful, I hope you have a very nice time here," she replied, giving him the books.

Ulrani:

She paused from her conversation with Evvie. "Hello, Fig," she greeted him with a small smile. "What brings you here? Who's this?"

Callum:

Okay, his concerns were certainly not met. It was a mare, thank goodness, and she appeared kind and gentle too. Fawnroot would like her.

(That's all I have time for, bye!!)

Rayla

"He deserved it and I stand by it! And I haven't done it again!"

Kavani:

She stayed quiet as Kollin held tightly to her hand and pulled them out of the library and into the afternoon sunshine. She squinted against the bright light and kept her eyes strictly on the floor, watching her hooves alternate back and forth as she walked. Her brows pitched together as she allowed her brother to pull her towards the meadow.

Kollin usually wasn't this determined. Sure, he was a friendly young colt, but he's never been extroverted; not to the scale of literally dragging along a stranger who only played with him for an hour or two. This made Kavani curious...and slightly concerned.

She risked a glance up at Bhearit, then cleared her throat gently. "If we're both getting dragged into this, quite literally, might as well try to make the most of it,"

The battle mare inhaled then said, "So, Bhearit, why did you want to be an inventor? How early did you start?"

Colchi: "Ok! Have fun!" he called after Bhearit, words not so much sarcastic as confused. Oh well, maybe there was a reason his love interests never stuck around when he'd rather spend time researching than entertaining their "monkeys".

"I'm not sure. Probably a couple more weeks," he told the librarian.

Fig: He returned the smile and entered the depths of the hut. "Ulrani? Do you have a moment to talk about the chance of a life time?"

(I'll do the rest later.)

Sophie:

”Girls just mature faster than boys.” She replied simply.

Espen:

He raised an eyebrow. "But you're still a teenager," he replied, blinking.

Sophie:

"You become a woman when you have understood and achieved superiority, and responsibility." She clutched her fist to her heart.

Espen:

"So not a woman!" he replied with a wide grin.

Sophie:

"Yes! See? Not THAT old." She looked at him smugly.

Espen:

"Oh! So you're two years older than me," he declared, putting his hands on his hips.

Sophie:

She heaved the cauldron out of the pond, and back over to where she could set it over on pegs to keep it from smooshing the fire. "14." she said in a grunt.

Espen:

He flicked his ears. "Well, I know that. How old are you again?" he asked, following her.

(I'll have the video in my Jay fanart post in about 45 minutes :)

Sophie:

"A teenager is supposed to be someone who is not yet an adult, but no a child either. You would be considered a 'Pre-teen.'" She emptied out the giant pot of it's ingredients, and dragged it over to the pond, where she could fill it with water

Lol So am I. I am also a *sparklee emoji* teenager *sparklee emoji*

I couldn't find the right one)

Espen:

"Am I teenager?" he repeated, ending in a pitched tone of voice. "What's that supposed to mean?"

(Ohhhhh rightt)

(you replied to this one, but it's the only one I got XDD)

Sophie:

”Nope! I,“ she gave a cheesy grin. “Am I ✨teenager✨“

(Could I have a recomment from you, @LionSpark ?

Bhearit:

He held his breath and stiffly walked along with Kollin. "M-my hands are stained; I don't know if you'll get stuff on yours," he said nervously, glancing at Kavani. She was so silent and cold right now, he just wanted to go home. Did she really hate him that much?

Bhearit lowered his eyes and wished his palms not to sweat. However, he felt it rather sweet that Kollin would so confidently take his own hand, as though Bhearit were the colt's own kin. He smiled to himself at the thought.

He looked around for Colchi, and, upon spotting him, called out, "Colchi, I do apologize. This monkey really wants me along, and I supposed that a break would do me some good. As soon as I get back, however, I'll join you two. Go ahead and do whatever you want." He smiled nervously and chuckled.

Callum:

He flicked his ears forward. "Go ahead, Fig," he said, gesturing for him to go first. He offered a smile.

Sultaan:

He nodded and smiled. "We probably should, I suppose. Are you tired at all?" he signed, looking down at Reba.

The Librarian:

She smiled broadly. "Of course. It's not often that we get visitors; I'm glad you've come for whatever reason," she replied, handing him the receipt. "How long do you plan to stay?"

(Hello Ash :)

Fig: He smiled, teeth brilliant and eyes lively in a way that made him look very unlike his son. "All right. Here's the Healers'." Then he entered and held the door open for Callum.

Reba: "What now?" she asked, then switched to sign. "I guess we go back home."

Colchi: "Ian Colchis," he said. "I appreciate the welcome." He would think back to her and Ben and Bhearit when he remembered this town...

Rayla

"He deserved it and I stand by it! And I haven't done it again!"

Ben:

"Aw, come on. He's not so bad. You two just don't know how to get along."

Kollin:

"Yeah, let's go!" He cheered then leaned over the edge of the table, before shying backwards. He turned in a slow circle and is hind legs bent underneath him. "Ummmm....c-could someone-" He stammered as he eyed the tall gap between the table and the floor. Too high...

Kavani rolled her eyes before standing up. "Ugh...Kollin, y'know, sometimes you can be incredibly annoying." She wrapped one hand around his horse ribs and placing the other around his human chest, she carefully lifted Kollin off the table before setting him down. His cheeks flushed and he tapped her hand, "Yep! I know...heh...Thanks sis. To the meadow!" Kavani put away the books they used, before coming back towards Bhearit and her brother, making sure her eyes didn't rise to meet Bhearit's.

Kollin eagerly grabbed Bheari's hand then took Kavani's with his other, so he walked in between the two teenagers and pulled them along behind him.

Jasper

He smiled and laughed lightly, thumbs-uping him back. Guess that little thing made an impression.

:)

(Have some Sophie in a nutshell >:3)

(Hello!!)

Callum:

He nodded gravely and flicked his ears forward. "Thank you, Fig. I'll put your men's needs first," he replied, his tone low.

Sultaan:

He couldn't help but smile as his cheeks grew ever so rosy. He had never done this kind of thing, and it felt good. He waved to Jasper and offered a thumbs up.

The librarian:

She returned Colchi's smile. "I'm glad you could come to our town," she replied and took out a piece of paper, writing down the receipt. "And what's your name, sir?"

(Sorry I've been off for so long!!!!!!!!!!! I saw the comments about Carmela, Aspi. Thanks, I can go on now)

Topaz:

She accepted Carmela's jacket, grateful she was not being forced to use Kathleens. It felt wrong using on of Kathleens jackets.

Fig: "It matters because I want to be able to trust you with my men under your command," he said. His voice hadn't raised, but his eyes had turned to fire. "Each of them is like a child to me - I wouldn't let them follow just anybody. But you're clearly more than just anybody."

Reba: She linked her arm in Sultaan's and waved back at Jasper as they left the Tavern.

Colchi: "A few days ago," he said, smiling at her brightly and picking up the stack of new books.

Jasper

He watched them, then offered an awkward wave. They were leaving he was sure.

Callum:

He flicked his ears forward and then rolled them back. "I do," he replied defensively with a furrowed brow. "What's it to you, anyway? I mean, we're already living here. My opinion doesn't change anything."

Sultaan:

He nodded. "Yes, let's go," he signed and gently took Reba's arm.

The librarian:

She watched him patiently and steadily. "When did you come to Johirestown?" she ventured to ask.

(@Riverbreeze )

Bhearit:

He let out a closed mouth breath, and it sounded like a soft, muffled scream. He clasped his hands together over his horse chest and stared at the floor.

Finally he looked up at Kollin and forced a nervous chuckle. "You'd better hop off that table before they catch you," he said, raising his eyebrows. "I don't know the way, so you'd better lead."

Wait! No!! Kavani should lead the way! If Kollin lead, then that would mean that you would be left with Kavani! his thoughts shrieked. But he had already said it. Bhearit held his breath and slightly stepped away. Not enough to be noticed, but enough to get some breathing space. He was too close to her for comfort.

Rayla

”I still think he deserved that. But I haven’t done it Again.”

Ben:

“Har har; you’re so hilarious,“ He dead-panned sarcastically then wrapped his arms around her and gently rested his hands on her withers. “Hmm…let’s see- all the times you were too stubborn to listen to me. The bear attack, the wolf attack, that dung-heap Dean, anndddd…” Ben drawled out slowly and looked up at the ceiling, as if he was thinking, “That time you poured rum on Fig. I still don’t think he’s completely forgotten that.” He said with a small chuckle.

Rayla

"Hm? Which times?" she pretended to b thinking about it despite the fact she knew many times he was right and she was wrong

Reba: She nodded and stood up, feeling nice and full. "We probably should not hang around, we do not want to make him feel awkward."

Fig: He listened as Callum dodged the question yet again. "Look. Do you believe that centaurs have a right to live in Anok or not?" he asked.

Was this conversation hurting their trust? It didn't matter. They needed to understand this about each other if they were ever to work together.

Colchi: He forked over the silvers, hoping she was giving him a fair price and not trying to deceive him due to his foreign origin.

Declan:

He trotted towards Carmela with his daughters trailing by his side. He nodded once to Carmela before glancing behind her at the jewelers hut. He stared at the familiar building for a while as everything else faded away into the background, and his eyes glassed over.

As if he could see her through the window, admiring the newest batch of jewels and laughing with her co-workers as if nothing had changed. As if she was sitting down at her work table and starting on a new commission, her thin glasses perched half-way down her nose, humming a tune as the metal and gems reflected off her eyes.

Declan grew very still and all of his breath expelled from his lungs in one long exhale. He slowly pulled his eyes away from the window and swallowed hard. "She's not there. She's not there. Get over it, Declan. It's been a year already and you still can't look at the jeweler's hut without freezing." He slid his clenched hands into his tunic pockets and swallowed again before he looked up at Carmela and Topaz. "So," He turned his body away from the jeweler's hut and put on a smile, "What store shall we go to first?"

(did i cry while writing this? ...yes... yes i did)

Ben:

He rolled his eyes and scoffed a laugh. "Aw, come on! I've been right before and you know it." He booped her nose with his pointer finger. "You just don't want to admit it, you stubborn aden."

(I have to go now! BAIII)

Bhearit:

He let out a closed mouth breath, and it sounded like a soft, muffled scream. He clasped his hands together over his horse chest and stared at the floor.

Finally he looked up at Kollin and forced a nervous chuckle. "You'd better hop off that table before they catch you," he said, raising his eyebrows. "I don't know the way, so you'd better lead the way."

Wait! No!! Kavani should lead the way! If Kollin lead, then that would mean that you would be left with Kavani! his thoughts shrieked. But he had already said it. Bhearit held his breath and slightly stepped away. Not enough to be noticed, but enough to get some breathing space. He was too close to her for comfort.

Kavani:

She glared daggers at her brother before looking up at Bhearit. Their gazes met for a moment and she bristled, before immediately yanking her head away and staring down at the floor.

Kollin glanced up between Kavani and Bhearit and eagerly awaited one of them to do something. But when the air grew thick with awkwardness and the silence stretched on, Kollin huffed a very loud breath. As if he couldn't sense the tense atmosphere and was the only person at the table not visibly uncomfortable, he pushed Bhearit towards Kavani, "You stand here," before climbing up on the table. With his back straight and his legs splayed out, he announced, "Now, let's go the the meadow! Whether you two like it or not!"

Kavani on the outside: 🙄

Kavani on the inside: 😳

Bhearit:

He inhaled sharply and stiffened when Kollin pulled him closer to Kavani. No, no, no, no, no, he thought desperately as the bright red began to shade his heavily freckled cheeks. Maybe he should leave after all.

Bhearit risked a glance at Kavani, his lips tight and his eyes wide. He didn't know what to say.

"Kay," he squeaked. He could feel his own tail between his legs.