Dust and sand flew as those great wings began beating, and Ki’irha sprang away, narrowly avoiding the swinging appendages. More had arrived, and as the largest beast moved away, the others moved upon the smallest offspring that remained, unable to become airborne quick enough to avoid the onslaught. Ki’irha moved in, but did not take part in the killing, and she was nearly nauseous at the eagerness with which the others killed the young. Still, perhaps that was how these people were. She knew nothing about these beasts, so perhaps it was for the best that this particular child was culled before allowed to grow large enough to become a problem.
But that didn’t end it. Unsure whether the killing of the child was what enticed the king of the teryr to return, or perhaps it was his plan all along, but it swooped, avoiding the cluster of warriors, and instead stole away the great stallion that had called them all to arms. Ki’irha’s head snapped around, looking with wide silver eyes as the man was plucked off of the ground, but before she could react, they were gone, way too high to begin to pursue. All the starlit could do was watch as the king was captured.
When the dust and sand settled and the others around her could put the pieces together, the attention was turned to a blackened and scarred woman. Ki’irha, standing to the back of the gathering, simply watched, and suddenly she felt foreign, like she didn’t belong within this troubling time. The other woman spoke of Seraphina, and stated they would discuss the situation further. Ki’irha stepped back, staying within the back of the group, and finally once all began to disperse, she dipped her head respectfully, shared sympathy for the herd’s loss, and slipped away, escaping the gathering, heading quickly into the long journey home.
I HAVE LOVED THE STARS TOO FONDLY TO BE FEARFUL OF THE NIGHT
Just making an exit. She lingers just long enough to hear any final remarks then leaves. If any further conversation is needed because she’s just a random Dusk Court person, let me know an I can pop her back in.
