[PRP] Preparation Drabbles (Soren/Neru)

[ramenli]

Gotta read it all

Soren smothered another yawn with his palm before reaching down to flip the page, eyes starting to drag along the lines.

The tower was mostly silent by now, the faint stirrings of early risers getting up to start their days well muffled by the thick walls of their quarters, but still he was up, pouring over the final chapters of a rather hefty tome.

Of course next to him in a stack were several more books on the same subject, along with containers stuffed with scrolls. Handwoven or Storebought: Can l Your Foal Tell the Difference? Joining Fear: How to Ensure Success! Foals: The Formative Years and You

He wasn't sure how long he'd been sitting there reading, his cup of tea long since gone cold, the giant slice of apple pie long gone with only crumbs remaining. Still, there was so much to learn, so much to cover, and he could finish at least this one book before he went to bed.

Beejoux

 

[ramenli]

Gotta read it all

He'd been lost enough in the pages that her touch was a surprise. She was one of the only, if not the only, person that could come so near without having him react, and he let himself lean into her touch. There's just one chapter after this, he explained, trying not to think of how his reading had slowed as his exhaustion grew.

The feel of her fingers in his hair was soothing enough that he could easily fall asleep right there, and it took a moment for her presence to truly sink in. If she was here than she was not in bed. I didn't wake you did I? There was a tinge of worry to the question, and he hated the thought that he might keep her from getting her proper rest. Perhaps it was time to turn in after all, the chapter would be there in the morning.

Beejoux

 

[ramenli]

Gotta read it all

He gave in to her will, finding it easier to put the book away with her insistence. It felt less like giving up in a way, less like he wasn't doing enough. The simple obedience had him yawning, getting up without putting his weight on her hands though he knew she could handle it and moving after her toward their chambers.

Beejoux

IDK just wrapping up this drabble

 

[ramenli]

Nursery rhymes

He caught sight of her, standing there in the doorway, seemingly lost in though and as beautiful as ever where she was. He moved to her, letting his hands drift up and then resting them on her hips, looking into the room.

Show me?


A master at work

Finding a book about feeding foals had been illuminating, the thought of canning a revelation. It was still a while off, the need for actual food for them, but it was something Soren was already prepared to consider.

And test.

He tested in batches, tasting before it was all pureed together, then tasting again to see. Apple sauce was a favorite of course, but there were so many flavors he could add. Delicate dashes of cinnamon to introduce the spice but not over power, other fruits to brighten the dish. Coaxing FEAR into submission so that his child, his child would be the best fed foal in the history of the clans.

Beejoux

Feel free not to reply to the second one, I just wanted to make it canon :'D

 

[ramenli]

Nursery Rhymes

The images flowed from her mind to his, taking the room and transforming before his eyes.

It was simply a masterpiece, expected but still appreciated. What can I do to help?

Beejoux

You know I couldn't resist

 

[ramenli]

Nursery Rhymes

Of course.

His mind was already whirring into action, trying to figure out what supplies they already had and what they would need to add. What furniture should be purchased versus what he should try his hand at making, the best place to buy the paint needed to match her vision.

I'll work on emptying the room first, he decided. From there they could paint or change things as necessary, then fill the room with the new things they might need.

beejoux

Work has sapped my creative drive. I've barely written anything this past month and I'm so sorry about the wait.

 

[ramenli]

Nursery Rhymes

Yes.

That was it, as simple as it was. But she could feel what he couldn't put into words: the longing, the pride. I wish they were already here, even though I know it's better that we're taking the time to prepare.

Beejoux

 

[ramenli]

Field Trip

So far as foals went, there were few enough where the horsemen were concerned. The Clans had been through dishevel and for a time the focus had not been on producing young.

So to experience taking care of a newborn Soren found himself among the citizens of Halloween. More specifically: at Pumpkins'R'Us.

Brightly colored everything assaulted his senses and wails were scattered throughout the store.

This was a mistake. He would learn more elsewhere. Hopefully.

Beejoux

Random side drabble! Maybe they should both go together and interact with a newborn?