Learning in the midst of danger | Rayne, Alexander, Tierney

Cerberus’ forest…who would’ve thought I’d be traveling out there? Sanibelle thought wearily to herself, letting out a heavy breath. Recently she had traveled intercity, but outside of the walls? That was a whole new story. It was danger level that the young woman didn’t believe she’d be dealing with. Sadly, there was a recent outbreak of people getting faux leather and furs which seemed to really piss merchants and clients alike. A few days ago, Sanibelle talked to her friend Rayne about a possible adventure into the woods to educate the young blonde woman on the dangers outside of the protective walls. In return, Sanibelle would be able to decipher the texture between faux and real deal furs, skins and what some lurkers could give. The knowledge of expensive furs and skins would definitely help hunters and merchants alike to be able to differentiate and gain more monetary earnings with some basic knowledge.

Oi vey… Did it have to outside the walls of the city? A knot of nervousness ravaged through her gut, twisting and turning. Nausea seemed to go through her like a spirit, making her head spin. Never had Sanibelle felt so jello-legged in her life. Of course, the adventure had some meaning to it or at least Rayne made it sound like it did. Sadly, the only defense Sanibelle really had was her pocket knife. She was already aware that her knife would not do her any good unless she was some intense huntress, which she was not.  Dad, Mom, and Auntie have been everywhere. I’m definitely weaker than them and they’re 40 years or so older than me.

The travels of her elders made Sanibelle feel small. She only traveled through Zöld until recently. Her parents had given her free range to go anywhere she needed which was awkward for her. Sometimes she’d go alone or be accompanied by one of her kin, but even still, there were times it wouldn’t digest the fact she was out of the city she was born in. Of course, she loved the experiences each travel gave her, but she was still young.

When the time came, Sanibelle dressed in colors of tans and browns. She wore a leather bustier over a muslin long sleeved shirt. A pair of brown pants hugged her long lean legs showing off their beautiful but muscular stature. Knee high leather boots would protect her feet from the terrain she would entering. Long locks of blonde hair were braided in a circle around her head to keep out of the way. If one looked at how Sanibelle dressed, it would be highly deceiving. The outfit itself wasn’t too new, but again, another awkward position the young woman was in. She hadn’t worn tight fit clothing for a long a time, and to show off her figure was embarrassing. It’s not time worry about how you look. It’s about time you get used to all of this adventure stuff.

Pale hands grabbed   an earth green cloak and her travel bag she always carried with her. Leather covered feet walked to a small barn where horses could be heard. ”All right, time to ride away into the sunset,” Sanibelle joked to herself as she grabbed a saddle and reins. ”At least I can ride a horse better than trying to kill a rabbit.” A small smirk crossed her pale lips as she approached Abaccus, a beautiful male Dutch gray warmblood with speckles of white and different shades of gray in his coat. Abaccus was a horse that Sanibelle owned for a while, but she never really rode him unless she knew she was traveling long distances. He was a strong horse with great agility and speed. ”You ready Abaccus?” Sanibelle smiled petting his long mane and feeding him some hay. Sanibelle placed her saddle on the horse followed by the reins. Soon after, she mounted the big animal and slowly trotted through the gate which was graciously opened by her father.

“Good luck dear! If you catch anything, make sure you bring it back,” Alexander chuckled while waving his only child goodbye. His eyes watched as his daughter trotted away, wondering where all the years had gone. She was and still is a beautiful. Of course as a father, he worried for her safety, but he believed she was at the age of where she needed to experience new things and explore what life had to offer.

”If I catch anything,” Sanibelle hollered back as she rode to where the forest began and the walled fortresses ended. Still as nervous as before, Sanibelle dismounted where the meeting spot was. It was an open field area with a small creek flowing near it. Wildlife could be heard and seen, but Sanibelle was well aware other things lurked deep in the woods. A hand strongly gripped the leather reins as if it was protection. Hopefully they show up soon…

The early morning sun threw its rays onto the field and Sanibelle herself as she waited patiently for Rayne and whatever hunting party was being brought along. She opened up her leather bag she always carried and rummaged through some supplies pulling out swatches of different furs for Rayne to try to figure out. Sanibelle was curious to see how knowledgeable hunters could be with their leathers and furs and what not. Some of them were knowledgeable while others were very uneducated about the materials. Having a feeling her partner in crime was nearing, she put the swatches back into her bag and waited to be approached.

RAYNE HERMES, ALEXANDER MANDULIS, TIERNEY MONROE  ❦  EDITED
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