[AW] borrowing without asking

[Inkheart]

She finds it rather peculiar that the tension has dissipated, whether it was her doing or one of the Dawn stallions. (Certainly Maxence was of no assistance.) The roan seems to have changed his attitude on their presence, and actually offers to help. She does not learn his name, but marks him in her mind for future reference. He steps down to join the Solterran King and herself. Soon their tarps shall be filled, ready to carry back to the desert. She moves her muddied hooves up the bank a little farther, to slightly more solid ground. She glances up as the last stallion begins to speak, and mentions King Kasil. Though his words are friendly enough, entirely diplomatic and make plenty of sense.... Her golden gaze shifts to Maxence once more. She suspects that perhaps they are not here by invitation, and Maxence has made an assumption that taking the soil is perfectly fine with the residents of Delumine. Bringing their little trip to Kasil's attention maybe would be less beneficial than the handsome stallion suggests. Her eyes remain on Maxence as the Dawn Court stallion introduces himself as Ipomoea, Emissary. Then news of our visit shall reach Kasil soon enough anyway. She finishes gathering the soil and again ties the fabric in a knot around her neck. It will be a more difficult journey back, and she will use the slight magic this land gives her to assist the strength of her wings. She has no doubt that upon their return to Solterra her body will ache for a very, very long time. She's pleased to hear Maxence offer kinder words, promises of returning the favor. She remains silent as he responds, then bids his farewell by offering his name. Now she raises her gaze to meet the roan's, then Ipomoea's. "I am Inkheart, Champion of Wisdom in Solterra, Priestess of Solis." She dips her crown. She would not have used such formal titles, except to spread knowledge that there IS a Priestess of Solis, and she would wish to let it be known that such a connection to the God exists. (And she may return to find more followers of the Sun God.) Finally, having checked her knot one last time, she spreads her wings. As she lifts to the sky she offers parting words: "Thank you for your kindness and generosity. We will not forget, and shall repay the favor." @Ulric @Ipomoea Ink out!

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