and your shade dappled smile

Indigo was equally transfixed by this magical patch of wildflowers as he was with Duchess movements. She retreated into the flowers and caught his gaze as she did so. The sun brightened her fur like he’d never seen before and her eyes sparkled like some kind of gems as she looked like she was dancing through the fragrant blooms. Duchess invited him in without even trying. Indigo settled his sorrows at the edge of the woods and stepped forward free of any extra baggage. This moment was about returning to balance, finding the warmth after the cold harsh winter, letting go of the hurts that were festering old wounds.

The young man waded forward, carefully stepping into the blooms and dreamy sunshine. He could hardly believe his eyes but as the sun hit his pelt he felt cleansed. Nothing beyond the sun on his back or the earth at his feet would be more important. Indigo closed his blue eyes for a long moment as he savored what felt impossible for so long. He took in a deep breath and filled his senses with the fresh scent of growth, flowers, and fresh soil. Then his sapphire eyes were opening to find Duch’s tiny frame centered in his view.

She looked like pure innocence as she stood, savoring the dream like moment. The sun glittered over her fur as vibrant petals swirled in the air around her. This was some kind of dream and he could hardly believe his eyes. A content rumble echoed through Indigo’s chest as he carefully folded his legs and lowered his massive body in the center of the clearing. ”Duchess?” He invited her closer, but was hesitant to disturb her mesmerizing dance.