Lost in the Darkness

The soft voice flowed through Roheryn's mind like a peaceful stream as he skidded to a halt and looked in the direction the voice had come from. What he beheld was a beautiful mare taller than himself standing just a few feet from him. Her very being both allured him with curiosity as well as sent chills down his spine out of slight fear. Never before had he seen a creature of such beauty and unnatural creation. Not even the elders of his herd had ever spoken of any being like the one that stood before him.

However, he didn't let his mystified mind have full satisfaction as he shook his head. Roheryn remembered what she had said, and became a bit concerned. What did she mean that he couldn't return that way? Did this stranger know how to help him get back to his herd? Was she actually a friend, or did her beauty hide a sinister heart intending to harm him?

So many questions ran through his mind as he studied her. Instinct cautioned him to be wary, despite the gentleness that had accompanied her voice. However, wanting to be polite, he bowed his head in greeting and respect. His father had always taught him to be respectful to any mare he came across as if they were his own mother.

"Greetings," he said in a warm, gentle tone. "Mind if I ask who you are and what you meant when you said I couldn't return this way?"