Somnus’ words - and the chattering of its friend - seemed to have a calming effect on the creature. Slowly, ever so slowly, the flames began to dwindle and die until only a few wisps of smoke remained. The squirrel’s keratin spines still glowed red-hot as the fire faded, but that too would come to pass.
Even if they couldn’t quite understand the Sovereign’s words, his intent seemed clear as day. He wanted to help, and they responded in kind.
Oriens nodded in encouragement to the golden king, following his lead and stepping closer to the pair of creatures as they settled and listened.
“Somnus,” he said quietly, watching as the others interacted with the squirrels.
“Perhaps we can come to a compromise. It would seem our friends here might need a new home… one that is not so easily destroyed, perhaps?”
His eyes scanned the small gathered company as more and more squirrels began to appear from the trees. They chattered back and forth, jumping from tree to tree, branch to branch, even daring to use the horses’ backs as another step. But Oriens was pleased to note that none had flames flickering from their backs, nor did he sense any agitation from the small creatures. In fact, they seemed more playful than anything else, although some watched the equines with caution.
Oriens shook his head in contemplation, addressing the Court as a whole:
“Does anyone know where we might find them a new home?” Of course, the god of knowledge and wisdom had an idea, and it was located within their own Court. But it was up to the Sovereign this time - would Somnus still want such dangerous creatures amongst them?
But even left unspoken, one thing was clear: they could not stay here. Too much would be left in danger if they did.
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