under the moonlight

She kissed him, but Indigo could feel her frustration building. He could feel it just as easily in himself as she released him and seated herself on the ground. Darkness had fallen, and despite their beautiful surroundings they both felt the helplessness of the situation they were in. What did you did when your heart wanted one thing, but everything else told you no?

Aslatiel didn’t believe that he could run away, the massive yearling shifted himself so he sprawled out on the grass. He felt a little better with the cool of the earth pressed against him. Though Asla believed correctly he’d mourne their family he would be less likely to be able to live without her. Losing her from his life would be the greatest punishment.

Indigo wrapped his massive arms around her as she leaned back against him. Her confession earning her a tight squeeze as her buried his muzzle into the soft sandy fur of her neck. ”I noticed.” He said softly, not hiding his displeasure in it. ”It’s not fair.” Her not being able to be around him, not being able to embrace the emotions within. Being forced to deny what felt most natural.