I Do Believe

Her alarm was not unmissed, and he slowed accordingly, shifting side-on with a flick of his tail, horned head bowing slightly as he caught her question. It wasn’t the first time he’d gotten that reaction or question in his seven years and he answered easily, eyes kind.

“As much a horse as you are. Just… born a little differently. Some would call me a unicorn, but I’ve none of the powers that such creatures are said to wield.”

He stepped a little closer, testing her space and waiting patiently at the outskirts of her comfort zone, attentive to the first sign that she was less alarmed by his differences as he added, “I am Taliesyn Trystan Tempestian. Currently a wanderer. It’s a great pleasure to meet you, Lady. It’s been a while since I last saw one of my own kind.”

At least, the kind that talked.

Walk ---- "Speak" ---- "Hear" ---- Think