❛ Pegasus Stables

@[R] Wu Yifan After a long day in camp, Sooyoung was internally grateful for having the chance to at least get assigned with a decent chore (to her perspective, at least) from the counselors. It would have been a bummed out day for her since her previous work did not turn out that well, and yet she couldn’t blame herself—it’s those stupid canoes’ fault for being too slippery that she almost drowned. Apparently, those lake nymphs were kind enough to help the brunette as she carried on with the list of things to do.

Now, Sooyoung has a less handful of problems left to bother her. It’s been a while since she paid a visit in the stables, and to think that the welcoming sight of eager-spirited winged horses and the scent of hay and mahogany brought the female back to the old days—wherein she was out in California, feeding the horses, washing them clean with merely a bucket of water from the lake nearby, some sponges and a good old brush to unravel the knots within the cascaded tresses of their manes and tails. It’s nearly similar in this case, for Sooyoung grew fond of these winged beauties in camp.

Tying her hair in a messy ponytail, Sooyoung then took a grip on her pink bucket and walked further into the stables. “It’s nice seeing you again, lovelies.” The brunette cheerfully said, caressing a white pegasus’ snout as her pair of chocolate brown eyes gazed across them with longing and warmth. The Pegasus would respond lovingly into her touch, and a giggle would escape her lips after that brief contact.

She once swore to herself that she’d visit them every once in a while, give them treats and all, though nowadays the brunette would be too busy to even remember spending time with the pegasi. Ever since the time that they established her as the lieutenant in their cabin, the ‘work’ that was once at the bottom of her to do list now topped almost everything—not that she complained, no. But all that matters now is that she’d get to pamper these winged stallions all day, and she’s very much contented with that.

@[R] Kim Jongin [ NOOOO I WILL MAKE JONGIN THINK OF KYUNGSOO ONLY /slapped

MOVING IT TO KYUNG'S CABIN TBH /whispers cabin six, love ]

@[G] Do Kyungsoo There was one point where he looked okay then suddenly after Jongin's words, He started to let out tears once again. He felt that Kyungsoo had been keeping something inside of him for so long already. Maybe there wasn't anyone he could open up to back then... until this moment came.

The way Kyungsoo's action made his dull mind play memories. He caught a glimpse of Kyungsoo facial expression, He looked shy when he gripped into his shirt with his delicate fingers. It felt different but totally recognizable. In his mind, the same picture replayed into his head. But with someone else. It was a bittersweet memory that made Jongin, in reality, pull Kyungsoo closer to him. Just like the scene playing in his mind.

It was all warm for the both of them. Not even bothering the horses watching their moment of... well, comfort. Then the most ridiculous thing happened. Suddenly it was all quiet. Did he calmed down already? He then looked at him and he was sleeping soundlessly and comfortably in his arms.

"How could he even..." He muttered but didn't finish. Death, his horse, then threw a horse shoe an inch away from him. "What?" Jongin looked back and said gritting his teeth. "What do you think am I suppose to do?"

"Carry him back to his Cabin?" He continued as one of his eyebrow's uplift. So Death then neighed, and if we were to convert it to human language, He said 'Well, DUH?' Apparently, The damn horse has a point. "Right." He muttered and slowly reach down Kyungsoo's legs, hoping not to wake the small boy up. Jongin then pulled him up, both his arms supporting him, carrying him like a fragile baby. Surprisingly, He was lightweight.

He then looked at Mina, Who was intensely looking at him then to her owner. "I'll take care of him." Jongin promised and walked off outside, the cold air and starry dark sky welcomed him.


[ how can u do this to me. HOW COULD YOU. OTL HAHA hint: that was Jongin's ex before entering camp. HAHAHAHAHA She reincarnated to Kyungsoo. /slap/ O U O ]

@[R] Kim Jongin Jongin's touch had calmed Kyungsoo somewhat. The feeling of cold hands against his tear stained cheeks should have freaked him out, but he instead felt the warmth in Jongin's touch and leaned into it, his crying reduced to deep breaths and sniffles as he rubbed his cheek into Jongin's touch. The smaller male grasped Jongin's wrists tightly to keep his hands in place and felt himself being soothed despite still having tears springing from his eyes. It was as if with every touch and every caress, Jongin was destroying one of the many layers of concrete Kyungsoo had built around his heart and the smaller boy didn't know what to do about this reality. He never thought he would be so affected by another being so much. Where had Jongin been the last 19 years of his life?

When Jongin hugged Kyungsoo it was as if a whole new world had opened up for the solitary male. Even though he had asked for this, it was a new sensation for Kyungsoo. The last time he was probably held was as a toddler and so his entire body was just awkwardly pressed against Jongin's long torso, his face buried in the taller boy's chest as he wondered how he should even react.

"Tell me, tell me what you've been keeping inside you for gods know how long it is."

Fresh tears made their way down Kyungsoo's cheeks as he tightly pressed his eyelids together. Once again, Jongin's words were so warm and true, that Kyungsoo was touched beyond belief from the sincerity of his tone. He shyly and tentatively reached up to grip Jongin's shirt with his fingers, knuckles turning white as his sobbing got harder and he gripped the fabric of the taller's shirt to hold on to his remaining sanity.

The young demigod felt himself enter a hazy state of comfort and love, one where he felt secure inside Jongin's arms. He had now created a special place for the taller in his heart, the only person who has ever hugged Kyungsoo, the only one Kyungsoo has ever allowed. Unlike his prepubescent years, Jongin's touches didn't hurt and they didn't bruise; instead the calmed him and soothed him, every caress on his back making Kyungsoo feel dizzy with affection and sleepy with love.

Before Jongin knew it, Kyungsoo had fallen asleep in his shoulder, hands tightly wrapped around Jongin's neck and despite his state, they wouldn't budge, as if afraid Jongin would leave him like his father and mother had. The smaller male had dried tear tracks marking their way down his cheeks towards his parted lips, which breathed in and out in bliss that refused to let go of his new source of comfort.

[ didn't see that coming did ya? ehuehueheuehueueheuehe ]

[ ok forgive my errors otl ]

@[G] Do Kyungsoo Unexpectedly, Kyungsoo was starting to sob in front of Jongin. One of his eye brows raised instantly and he was downright skeptical. Why was the male emotional all of a sudden? 'Did I say something to offend this little one?' He questioned himself. As crazy it may sound, Jongin, didn't like seeing people in this kind of state if they were to be around him. Because it would a reason for his other side to show. Kyungsoo didn't even state why he was showering tears. Jongin had think a couple of times what he had to do at the moment.

He stared at him. His soft eyes were all puffy and red. His body language, It was saying he was uncomfortable showing but somehow he just couldn't stop and decided to let it all out. Jongin then reached his hands out to Kyungsoo's face reluctantly also having second thoughts of what he was about to do. And eventually, gave in. He couldn't bare to see anyone in this state and just let it pass by. Both of his hands were both placed by his cheeks, and gently he wiped every tear that fell from the corner of Kyungsoo's eyes. "Shhh." He hushed him like a baby.

"Calm down, Kyungsoo."

Jongin some how felt responsible. He wanted to take care of him. For a moment, Kyungsoo looked so fragile to him. For a split second, He saw himself spending time with him every day. One with their horses, Flying up in the air. Enjoying every cloud shapes they would see. Another, He was teaching him techniques on how to use a dagger. But Kyungsoo, who was obviously a talented fighter, was a bit afraid of his fighting skills. Jongin started to encourage him. That nothing would hurt him. That he was there by his side to protect his back. It was something he had never imagined before. Why was he having such visions right now?

His thoughts were interrupted as Kyungsoo then asked, "W-w-what i-if I n-need you n-now?" And he started sobbing once again. Jongin, who was dumfounded, didn't know a single fact why was he being like this. "What do you need me for, Kyungsoo?" He asked quietly. All he could do was look at him while his tears continued to fall and a thin air of symphaty started to surround him. He tried to wipe his tears again with his thumbs and told him to take deep breaths. Then, He got surprised by Kyungsoo's request. "C-c-can you h-hold m-me?"

Jongin's mouth slightly hanged-open but he quickly recovers. "Hold you?" He asked. Maybe Kyungsoo was struggling with something or someone. 'He needed comfort. Warmth. And I guess a bit of loving.' Jongin thought. He was not quite sure if what he was about to do was right. But if it's for something good, Then why shouldn't he do it. Right? He then placed his left arm by Kyungsoo's shoulders and pulled him gently towards him with no gaps present. Jongin placed his right hand by his back, slightly caressing him. "Tell me." His lips whispered that was just next to Kyungsoo's ear. "Tell me what you've been keeping inside of you for gods know how long it is."

[ ehehehehehehehehehehehhe d0nt kill meh plz ]

@[R] Kim Jongin It seemed that the more time he spent around Jongin, the more out of his shell he came out. The moment Jongin touched his fingers with his cold ones, Kyungsoo felt a shock run through his entire body. He couldn't recognize the feeling, but he knew his breath was caught in his throat due to the surprising action. Kyungsoo barely had human contact. He was alienated for 14 years in the orphanage and he was hidden away inside a small room in the library's attic for another 5 years. He didn't know the warmth of another for a long time, and he was so lonely that the feeling had become dormant in his fragile heart. When he found out who his mother was all he felt was resentment and sadness. All he ever wanted was a mother or a father who would hold him and kiss him like he had read in his books but he never got that. On top of that you're saying that his mother was not only alive but she was also a Goddess who he wasn't allowed to see? Kyungsoo concluded at that moment that death must feel similar to what his heart was feeling at that moment.

Still, he had decided to come to camp, in hopes of meeting his mother at least once. Right at this moment he didn't regret it, because he now had two friends with him. As soon as Jongin touched Kyungsoo's hand, the smaller boy subconsciously latched on him, holding his hand firmly and even refusing to let go to some degree. There were tears welling up in his eyes, hidden underneath his bangs as they fell to the ground the moment Jongin began to speak.

"I've been lonely my whole life. I feel like there's something missing in me. I just don't know what it is. I just feel incomplete."

Kyungsoo had his tears falling down silently as he listened, lips being roughly nipped at to keep silent. His nose was red from holding in his sobs, and when Jongin let go of his hands, Kyungsoo couldn't help but look up to the other with a deep sniff and wracked sob. He felt so silly at that moment, crying over something Jongin didn't understand. He had longed for that certain warmth for so long that he was in complete disbelief when he was offered just a taste of it. A figure he could depend on, or someone he could trust. Kyungsoo had never had any of that and he wanted so badly for Jongin to be there for him. Jongin was his first human (or half human) friend and honestly, in all 19 years of his life, Kyungsoo had never felt so happy but like at that moment. Even with all the tears and sobs and all.

"W-w-what i-if I n-need you n-now?" he sobbed, loosing his breath with the toll of emotions wracking his entire body. The fact that he could even blurt out a sentence was amazing considering he was crying and babbling like a baby. He held nothing back at that moment, and for the first time in 9 years, he sobbed out the bottled up emotions and pent up frustrations. He knew he was trusting Jongin too easily, much more easily than he had trusted anyone in his entire life. He knew it wasn't normal for him, and that this was not how he usually handled people, but Jongin felt as if he was meant to be with Kyungsoo at that moment. He felt safe next to him, and he sympathized with Jongin so much that he somehow knew the other wouldn't judge him or say anything mean to him. He trusted Jongin so blindly that he feared him somewhat, but he couldn't deny that he needed the taller boy at that moment more than what he feared him.

"C-c-can you h-hold m-me?" he asked, stretching out his arms for the other male as the entire stable was filled with his incessant wailing and crying which despite his desires, didn't stop anytime soon. 9 years of holding in tears had just exploded on him and even though it was tortuously embarrassing, Kyungsoo couldn't help it. He needed comfort and he wanted Jongin to give it.

In the sidelines, Mina looked stressed out at the sight of her new owner in tears. She had tried to call his attention by small nips to his shirt and nudges to his back but Kyungsoo was so focused on his thoughts that he didn't notice. The pegasus flapped her wings and stomped her hoofs, whining at Jongin somewhat to do something about her little owner. In someway, Mina knew it was fate that she would meet Kyungsoo; she had felt it when she had seen him, that the boy was going to be her partner in crime. Jongin wasn't the only one that wanted to care for Kyungsoo, Mina wanted to too. Despite her wishes, she couldn't do much from the confines of her stable room, so she snarled her teeth at Jongin instead, since Kyungsoo trusted him so much.

[ and it begins, muAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

i hope that people stalking won't judge me like is the _____ people, get your facts stRAIGHT

I HOPE YOU REALIZE JONGIN THAT THIS IS KYUNGSOO INITIATING SKINSHIP LIKE A P P R E C I A T E IT

also did like anyone notice i used the word "latch" in there? get it? cause latch by disclosure is Kyungsoo's theme song? like it's in the profile people get jiggy with it ]

@[G] Do Kyungsoo [HOW CAN U DO THIS TO ME. STOP MAKING HIM SO CUTE OMG. YOU'RE GONNA PAY FOR THIS ;;;;;]

Jongin felt a bit strange and uneasy at the moment but he was a professional at not showing any kinds of expressions. His face always seemed blank when he wanted to. It wasn't normal for him to show such skin ship to someone he just met. Especially to a person his not really close with.

But why is it that he had done that to Kyungsoo without any hesitation at all? Was he being too comfortable with his new company? It was a strange connection. A different kind of affection. A new revelation. Ain't that wonderful?

He too noticed that the younger male was painted red on his face. Jongin blinked his eyes in amusement and couldn't help but smile a little. He doesn't know why his lips wanted to smile though. Was he even blushing? Why was he blushing? Was it too hot? Was he blushing because of him? Of his actions?

"Does that mean I can go and find you if I'm lonely? That's what friends do right?" The smaller male asked. "I read once that friends don't let friends feel lonely... so you can come find me if you feel lonely too, Jongin." He couldn't help but look at his fingers. He was playing with them. Jongin suddenly had the urge to come close and hold them with his hands, making him stop with his fiddling.

He took in a gulp. "Are you nervous?" He asked him nicely and his voice was full of concern. "Why are you fiddling with your fingers?" So, Why was he concerned again? "My presence doesn't make you nervous, Does it?" He had always wondered that. When he was around people, It's like they were always nervous when Jongin is around. Once he imagined himself walking down a street, A black aura wrapped around him from head to toe and every thing that he would passed by would wither.

"You've never had friends?" Jongin questioned. It was unlikely for a person like him to not have friends. He seemed like the happy and friendly type of person but is just too shy to crawl out of his shell. "I've been lonely my whole life." He said quietly. "I feel like there's always something missing in me." He bit his bottom lip and was accompanied by a deep thought before he could speak again. "I just don't know what it is."

He then looked up at him unintentionally and his eyes glinted with a pinch of sorrow. "I just feel... Incomplete." Death then all of a sudden snorted. How does a horse snort anyway? Jongin then realized his hands were still on top of Kyungsoo's, So he retrieved them back to him and placed them inside his front pockets. "You can come and visit me any time, If you feel lonely or If you need anything."

@[R] Kim Jongin Kyungsoo's depressing mantra was cut short as he heard Jongin speak again. Mina nudged his cheek with her snout, forcing him to look forward towards the beautiful stranger again and listen to his mesmerizing voice once more. Seriously, Kyungsoo was so jealous that Jongin's voice was so velvety and cool while his probably sounded all weird and cracky. In reality, Jongin was everything Kyungsoo ever wanted to be. He figured that a cool person like Jongin had a lot of friends and got to go out and have fun a lot. Kyungsoo probably looked really pathetic next to him, and he suddenly grimaced at the thought of his previous actions.

He realized he had tuned out Jongin's voice in turn to revel in his depressing thoughts the moment Jongin's big hand made contact with his head. Kyungsoo was surprised as everything suddenly seemed to go in slow motion. His ears turned red at the skinship, his eyes bugging out and lips forming a closed heart shape as he felt Jongin's fingers slip into his hair and caress his scalp.

Kyungsoo had never felt anything like it before. It was affectionate and soft, as if Jongin was cautious around him. He wasn't used to anything of the sort so all he could manage was to stand frozen still, fingers subconsciously gripping Mina's mane (the action which did not go unnoticed by the pegasus who remained perfectly silenced outside the pair's bubble).

In truth, Kyungsoo could feel something bubbly and warm burst throughout his chest and all over his body. The feeling was enough to almost bring him to tears, his throat choking up as he swallowed down the lump starting to form. Kyungsoo felt small next to Jongin; he felt like a little kid next to the very mature stranger, a feeling that he noticed made him feel calm and strangely in peace. It was like being next to Jongin made him feel secure, and Kyungsoo was scared that he liked the feeling a little too much.

The hand soon left his head and in its path left an empty feeling in the young demigod's tummy. He looked up at Jongin just to catch that small smile of his that made Kyungsoo's inside twist up weirdly. "I'd be glad to be friends with you, Kyungsoo." Jongin had said, and the small demigod couldn't help but smile shyly in return, an expression full of gratitude and relief that seemed to disperse all bad thoughts from his head. Kyungsoo instantly noticed that Jongin had a positive effect on him.

"...but I guess won't mind if it's you."

Once again, Kyungsoo was beet red in the face, ears and neck looking as if they were gonna burst into flames. His mouth was slack jawed as he couldn't believe his ears. He didn't know how to take those words. So Jongin didn't like people touching him? But does that mean that he can touch him? Is Jongin being honest or is he being nice?

In the end, Kyungsoo let out a very small and shy giggle, scratching his head nervously as he glanced between Jongin's face and the ground. At the moment Jongin was too bright for Kyungsoo. He felt as if he would burn out if he caught another glimpse of the taller demigod's pretty smile.

"Does that mean I can go and find you if I'm lonely? That's what friends do right?" Kyungsoo asked, tilting his head to the side as he asked softly, a bit scared he made Jongin think he was stupid again. Despite being the son of Athena, social skills, friendship and family were the few things Kyungsoo had never known. "I read once that friends don't let friends feel lonely... so you can come find me if you feel lonely too, Jongin." he muttered mindlessly, babbling while playing with his fingers.

"I've never had any friends before so I don't know what to do now..." he admitted quietly, smiling sadly up at Jongin as he fidgeted in his place. He didn't want to stop talking to Jongin but he didn't know what else to do. It was also late at night and Kyungsoo wondered if Jongin needed to sleep yet. Aish~ Jongin probably thought he was a burden now.

@[G] Do Kyungsoo "I've never met one before!" He said all of sudden, as if it was rare to see a Roman these days. The other male then introduced himself, but the closeness they had was something different. He was touching Jongin's hand, shaking it with a big grin plastered on his face.

His hands were warm and Jongin was... well. Cold. What's new? Even his body temperature likes being in the chilly state. But, Why is he all touchy and happy like they weren't strangers to each other?

"I'm Kyungsoo! My mom is Athena, or Minerva as you might call her. I want to be friends, Jongin!" Kyungsoo quickly added. Jongin was taken aback by his sudden desire to be friend's with someone who doesn't even like the company of others at some point of time. Then finally, Kyungsoo was then kicked back to reality. For he let go of Jongin's hand, his face was a bit flushed, and hid behind his trusty stead once again.

He then looked at his palm, opened then closed. Jongin let out a chuckle and looked straight into the other male's face. "If you wanna... that is." From the looks he was giving, He seemed a bit jittery. "You know..." He said still looking at him. "You're the first to hold my hand in odd situations like this." He explained.

"I usually don't let people touch me. Unless, I want them to." (Why does this sound like there's a double meaning to this statement? AHA)

Jongin took a few steps forward towards them and stopped. "I hope you wouldn't mind." He stretched his right arm and placed his hand on top of Kyungsoo's head. Jongin gave him a small smile and pats his head. "Even though I'm not the first person for people to look to when they need something, I'm always open for any thing."

He purses his lips into a thin line and wet his lower lip. It was some bad habit of his. It would always happen in randomest moments. "Friends?" He questioned as he slightly played with bits of Kyungsoo's hair and let out a low laugh.

Then he took in a deep breath and pulls his arm back to his side. "I'd be glad to be friends with you, Kyungsoo." His eyes seemed to glint as he finished his sentence. "Though I hope you're not that of a touchy type, But I guess I won't mind if it's you."

["I WONT MIND IF IT'S YOU." HAHAHAHAHA OMG I JUST HAD TO. HAHAHA SORRY FORGIVE MY INNOCENT SOUL HEHE]

@[R] Kim Jongin Watching the male stand from his spot and grab a brush, Kyungsoo maintained his rigid position hiding behind Mina as he carefully observed the stranger's movements. He seemed to care for his pegasus extremely well, grooming the equally white steed with care. Kyungsoo himself received no ill will from the boy which he thoroughly appreciated with his entire body and soul. Finally, Mina decided to wake his shy owner from his daze by shamelessly a patch up from his ear to his hair, causing Kyungsoo to grimace and make an 'euck' sound before he was rubbing the saliva off his skin with his sleeve. Mina reveled in amusement over her immature owner.

"You're probably wondering who I am."

The pair of friends had their attention called once again from their playful banter, Kyungsoo once again mesmerized by the captivating presence much more than Mina was. The stranger's smile and laugh were boyish and not at all hollow like he had thought originally. It was sincere and affectionate and it made the young demigod beam with interest because 'He smiled!!!'

Still listening intently, Kyungsoo wondered momentarily why the stranger would name his beautiful pegasus a name that brought despair and sadness all over the world. It wasn't his place to judge nor question anyhow and instead he found himself biting back a frown at the way the word 'death' rolled so easily out the stranger's lips.

"Other people have quite a different impression on me that what you are seeing right now."

Kyungsoo just couldn't believe it. Even when the boy named the traits he used to be called afterwards, all Kyungsoo could do was ponder over it and disagree completely as he mindlessly caressed Mina's snout. Why would anyone call the stranger those names? He just thought it wasn't right and that it was mean. Kyungsoo himself has had his fair share of name calling (though his were less insulting but not less hurtful), and he suddenly sympathized with the boy in front of him. He needed to make sure the boy knew Kyungsoo didn't think like those people, but when he was about to speak, the stranger talked once more.

"Because, I'm Kim Jongin. Son of Pluto."

Consequently, Kyungsoo's words of encouragement were swapped for a more embarrassing outburst: "A Roman!" he yelled excitedly. "I've never met one before!" he smiled. Being new to the camp, Kyungsoo was unaware of any drama or discord between the two races and was instead excited at the prospect of learning new things from the Roman culture.

He approached Jongin then, less shyly that before (though his heart didn't beat any less) and put aside his fear of strangers momentarily to grasp one of Jongin's hand with both of his and shake it firmly, wide smile still etched wide across his features, heart shape decorating his pale white complexion.

"I'm Kyungsoo! My mom is Athena, or Minerva as you might call her. I want to be friends, Jongin!"

His brave front was sadly cut short after a few stunned seconds as he realized what he was doing and whose hand he was holding, and almost immediately his smile was substituted by a beet red embarrassed expression as he let go of Jongin's hand and went right back to hide behind Mina (who huffed out from her nose, probably disappointed that Kyungsoo's confidence boost lasted so little). "I-if you wanna... that is." he said shyly, mind reeling with regretful thoughts as he wondered if Jongin even /liked/ being touched or if maybe he didn't want Kyungsoo to touch him. He should have controlled himself more, 'Stupid, stupid, stupid.' he repeated to himself, nervously biting his bottom lip.

@[G] Do Kyungsoo The other male gave thanks stuttering after he wiped that tear away. He seemed stunned by his action. Jongin also noticed he became a bit flushed from his touch, which made him laugh a little inside. It's a rare sight to see.

As the other recovered from his fall, he stood up and went back to Mina's side. Apparently, Hiding again. Jongin couldn't help but held in a chuckle. Was he shy because of him being gentle? He stood up as well and walked towards Death, Grabbing a brush and started brushing its crest. It was odd doing this when someone was here, But Jongin didn't even mind anymore.

"You're probably wondering who I am." He said loud enough to be heard by the other pair. "I'm gonna be frank here, I'm not good with introductions." Jongin continued as finished brushing. Then his horse, Death, nuzzled his neck making him smile and laugh. He looked like a happy kid for a moment. "You know I'd do anything for you, Death."

"Even if death itself comes in between us, I'd do anything." He quickly added and its long hip. "Apparently, You won't get to see this side of me often." He addressed to the other male. "Other people have quite a different impression on me than what you are seeing right now."

"Cold, Aggressive, Grim or Scrawny. You name it. It depends if you want to see me like that as well." Jongin said like every word meant nothing. "I really don't care what people think of me. I want to keep it that way." He then went out and closed the door to Death's stable, and eventually leans his body on it with his arms over his chest. "Because, I'm Kim Jongin."

"Son of Pluto." He said at last.

@[R] Kim Jongin [ SOBBING BLOOD BECAUSE OMFG CUTE I WANNA DIE ]

After tenderly soothing his nose, Kyungsoo's attention was called once again by the tall and tan male. He watched numbly as the boy scolded Mina, the white pegasus nuzzling his hand with affection before enjoying her treat happily. Kyungsoo couldn't help but feel a little apologetic for judging the boy wrong before. His trust in animals and their six sense was immense, a revelation he came to after the first time his mother had communicated with him whilst he sought her comfort on one particularly lonely night.

His daze was once again broken as the handsome male crouched down before him, Kyungsoo's eyes bugging out and lips pressed tightly together as the boy seemed to come nearer and nearer without any warning. He could hear his heart beating inside his ears and he was sure he donned a pink blush across his cheeks because he could definitely feel it. He couldn't help but curl his fists and lean back a bit at their close proximity.

"Is there a part of your body that hurts from the collision?"

The tone of voice was soothing and not like it was before (although Kyungsoo could hear a cold husky undertone in his words which he questioned if it was normal). At that time Kyungsoo wondered who this stranger was. Was he a demigod like he had been told he himself was? Was he older? Was he an intruder? His thirst for knowledge and information was insatiable at the moment but before he could ask anything, the petite boy hastily wiped his cheek for any tear residue before clearing his throat nervously.

"N-no thank you..." he said, clearing his throat once more before speaking with a slightly louder tone. "I'm fine." he said hastily, standing up abruptly from their compromising position and dusting off his bum and knees.

He glanced up shyly at the boy once more before going once again besides the comfort of his beautiful Mina (whom had been watching them carefully) and hiding behind her snout once again. Mina seemed to mentally roll her eyes as she huffed air into his face in defiance, causing Kyungsoo to pout cause Mina seemed to be on the stranger's side.

@[G] Do Kyungsoo Jongin was enjoying the view. The boy suddenly hid behind his horse, Like how a scared child would do. "Am I that ghostly looking?" He managed to mutter. Though judging by the looks of the other male, He looked young. While as for the other horse, Suddenly it wanted to have a little fun. The horse pulled out a prank on its owner making him bump into Jongin, The force was so strong he almost fell. Though he lost his balance he eventually gets it together fast. The other fell down on the ground and immediately scolded his horse for pushing him like that. The horse responded with a whinny as if it was amused by the happening.

He heard a sniffle. Was he crying? Jongin then turned to his horse named, Mina. It came close as she noticed he was to approach her. He then caresses the muzzle of the horse with his thumb. "Now, That isn't a nice way to treat your owner." Apparently, He was trying to give a lecture on this horse.

"Mina." He said as his eyes softened.

"Do you like your name?" He added. In response, Mina nods and nuzzles his hand. Jongin gave her a smile and placed a kissed on its head. "Treat your owner well, Will you?" He grabs the pouch full of sugar cubes and fed her. Mina then whinnies. I wonder if that was a yes.

He then rubs his palms together and kneeled down on one knee beside the fallen male. Jongin took a good look at him from head to toe for any sign of affliction. As he leaned in a little to take a closer look, He purses his lips into a thin line and had an urge to eventually wipe the tear under his eye with his thumb.

"Is there a part of your body that hurts from the collision?" He asked nicely.

Though, He couldn't help but stare at him. Jongin felt like he wanted to take care of this male. He looked so fragile and small. Someone he would eventually give a lot of his time and attention to.

@[R] Kim Jongin "I guess you're here to find your own friend?"

Chills racked down Kyungsoo's spine as he heard the icy and hollow voice behind him. He gasped out of surprise and hid behind Mina's snout (Yes, he had already chosen a name for her), the white pegasus giving him a glance as she manage to cover his face except for his eyes. Kyungsoo caressed her gently as he observed the lean figure of the boy before him, his heart beating rapidly with fear of not the boy himself but of the boy's actions. Where did he even come from? Why was he talking to him? Kyungsoo was never good in expressing himself nor is he good with strangers, so he was completely taken aback and shut silent by the sudden appearance of a fellow camper.

Mina accepted the sugar cubes offered to her by the stranger happily. She huffed out air in an attempt to be thankful and turned towards Kyungsoo with an almost concerned glance, probably worried he hadn't said anything since the boy's appearance. She and him began to have an internal conversation, one which Kyungsoo was losing with every second that passed while he was looking into his loving girl's eyes. Mina, probably fed up with his indecisiveness, walked behind him in her stall and pushed him forward with her head to his back. Kyungsoo could only shriek in surprise as he tripped over his own feet and landed face first onto the other boy's back, consequently making him fall back into his with a groan and a whine.

"Mina..." he whined quietly, soothing his nose with a tear streaming from his left eye from the collision, the hit strong enough to crush the water ducks in his nostrils. "That wasn't very nice." he almost whispered, sniffing sadly while Mina neighed apologetically from behind her stall.

Kyungsoo couldn't feel his fear momentarily because of the distraction, but Kyungsoo has always been deathly afraid of strangers. Years in the orphanage where he used to live and be the constant target of bullying and resentment led him to acquire a fear of people and a fear of being being ostracized. In no way was the boy before him excluded from this but Kyungsoo has also always been emotionally weak and sensitive and to him, watching the boy treat not only his own pegasus with care, but also Mina, caused a thought to pop into his head that maybe he wasn't so bad. A person who was nice to animals couldn't be mean to people right?

Kyungsoo wanted it so bad to be true, but in the presence of the stranger surrounded by a hollow and dark aura, the young bookworm couldn't really tell if he was right or wrong.

@[G] Do Kyungsoo Jongin let out a short breath as he just finished tutoring a fellow camper using multiple weapons. Though he may be a total frosty, As some would describe him, He is always open for favors like this. He picked up his Imperial Gold Roman Spatha and placed it by the scabbard on his right hip. It was a bit long up until to his ankle, but it was the perfect length during battle. It was his favorite weapon. He was confident with it the most. Especially if he was to ride on his horse, Death.

As he walked away from the area, He carried a pouch by his left palm. The grip a bit too tight. It was for his friend. It was his favorite treat. He could almost remember the first time he got the horse from his Father as a gift. By that time, He was in his Cabin. He was praying to his Father. He wanted something that could help him somewhere along the way.
He was the type to sneak around at night and travel from one place to another. If he was to use Shadow Travel, He could tire himself and if he doesn't get back on time, he might get caught. Wouldn't want that to happen wouldn't we?

There was a knock on his cabin door, as he opened it, there appeared a pale horse with wings. Below the horse's shoes, A white mist appears. His eyes were in striking bright red. Jongin found that very attractive. As the horse felt his presence, It elongated it's wings and it was the most beautiful thing Jongin has ever laid eyes on.

As he placed his fingers on its nape, There wasn't warmth at all. It was all cold. The horse was actually dead but it was definitely looking and feeling alive. He placed himself gently at the back of the horse and caresses its neck. "Show me what you got." He whispered sweetly with a half smile. The extraordinary horse made a high-pitched uttered sound and shot into the air, doing spins and twirls in an extremely fast speed like no other. That was his best night yet.

After reminiscing along the way, Jongin finally arrived at the stables. He was hoping no one was in sight, So he could spend some time with his friend. He wanted to be alone, Whenever he would hang-around him. He cares too much for the animal, That he tends to show his soft side. Jongin then entered, and Immediately saw a figure almost at the end of the rows of horses where his horse can be found. The figure was enjoying himself with a horse.

"Perhaps another animal lover?" He said to himself. He started walking towards them without a single noise and can clearly hear there so called 'conversation.' "Do you have an owner?" The figure said as he got closer. Apparently the horse responded and he smiled. Jongin was somehow amused by the sight for a moment. As he passed by behind the figure, The horse gave him a by his neck and Jongin couldn't help but chuckle.

"I guess you're here to find your own friend?" He said and it turned out to be icy. It was normal for others, But some would find it offensive on first meetings. As he arrived in front of Death's row which was just beside them, He opened up his small pouch and there appeared sugar cubes. He took a few out and fed Death with it. Death then his palm clean and whinnies. "I've been here quite a lot and It's my first time seeing you here." Jongin caresses Death's muzzle with his finger tips and took a look at the figure beside him. "I think you've found your other half already." He then said and fed the other horse with sugar cubes too.

@[R] Kim Jongin It came to no surprise to Kyungsoo himself that whilst he was being toured around the camp and he was shown the pegasus stables, that it would inevitably be the first place he would choose to go to when he was free to do so. One of the first Greek books he read held in it the tales of the hero Hercules and his noble steed. While people focused more on the hero himself, Kyungsoo found the majestic image he had painted in his head about the foreign creature to be the most intriguing part of the story. Horses with wings as beautiful as the sun streamed sky; it was no wonder that the animal lover in him would fall in love instantly. So far, the only positive thing he's gotten out of arriving at Camp Half Blood was the fact that he could now call one of these intelligent and amazing creatures his companion. He felt it necessary to deem the title of his first friend to his new beloved partner.

Entering the stables, Kyungsoo quickly disregarded the inevitable foreign scent in his nostrils to focus solely on the rows and rows of pegasi all perfectly aligned. Most of the beautiful creatures had names nailed in front of their wooden room, probably the names of their owners.

Mesmerized by the colorful sights of the pegasi, Kyungsoo held his hand out to some that nudged him, caressing their snouts with delicate of his fingers before smiling widely at his new acquaintances and continuing on his way. As he arrived near the end of the stables, he noticed there were still quite a few horses who had not been claimed. Wondering what to do next, Kyungsoo pondered whether to go and seek help to be able to meet one but his eyes were immediately captured by the sight of a pure white pegasus with sparkling blue eyes. Her mane was sprawled idly across her slender neck while she kept her head up confidently. She stomped her hoofs at the sight of Kyungsoo and stretched out her amazing wings, huffing out through her nose a greeting as she stretched her neck out to him, as if she was calling him.

Confused but excited, Kyungsoo approached the beautiful pegasus and held his hand out tentatively, as if asking for permission. The pegasus simply lowered her head, allowing him to comb his fingers through her clean mane while his other hand held her snout gently. Kyungsoo couldn't help but smile shyly, letting out a small laugh at the way she nudged his cheek, stomping her hoofs once again as if happy he had donned a happier demeanor.

"What's your name, beautiful?" he asked quietly, stroking the pegasus's snout softly as he hummed idly to himself. "Do you have an owner?" he asked, amused by the way the obviously intelligent creature shook her head immediately. Kyungsoo couldn't help but smile, something inside his head telling him that these pegasi knew much more than they lead on. "Would you like to be my friend?" he asked hopefully, doe eyes stalking up shyly under his bangs to connect with the dazzling blue ones before him.

He assumed by the long to his neck and cheek that he had accomplished his mission.

@[G] Lee Taemin Chorong entered the stables, and directly goes beside a white Pegasus, which was staring at her. Due to her fascination, she unconsciously reached for the top of the Pegasus's head. She giggled when the Pegasus seemed to like what she was doing. "I wish I have a Pegasus." She muttered, still her hands caressing its head. She looked at her side, seeing a boy with another Pegasus.

Feeling as if she had been left out of this conversation, Bora persists no more and continues back to Summer's stall, only to find the stallion had dozed off into a deep slumber. With press of her lips, she turns back only to see the Pegasus fly off into the sky. The gust of wind was so mighty that it messes her hair at the momentum it lifted off. Widened eyes and a bit bewildered, she mutters a small, "that's quite awesome." She had never rode a Pegasus before, nor would she ever plan to. She'd rather stick with her feet on the ground.

Feeling as if the atmosphere had turned stale, she clears , rubbing the palm of her hands on the side of her jeans to get the dirt and mud off them, and says, "so....any plans?"

She's yearned adventure for quite a few days now and what better way than to go about with companions.

@[G] Lee Taemin "Well, then, this is definitely the start of a beautiful friendship." Kevin chuckled and turned back to Titan who was begging with his eyes. "Alright, alright, you can go but don't stay out too late." The pegasus would have grinned if he could, he quickly ran out and flew away into the sky. Kevin didn't know where he was off too but he trusted Titan.

@[G] Lee Taemin ((kfhfjvhg))

Kevin smiled, "No, I'm not a u a l, just gay." he chuckled and petted Titan who was still getting bothered by the small pegasus. He wondered if he was going to get picked on for being gay here as well and he really hoped not.

(( really.. the word u a l is.. -_-"))

@[G] Lee Taemin Kevin grinned sheepishly, "Yeah.. hehe." he said and his expression changed at the mention of females, "What? Oh no, I don't like girls." he said and blinked before looking at Bora, "No offense, I just mean that I'm not _____ly attracted to them..?" he explained and Titan nudged him.

"Well actually.. yes." Kevin said sheepishly and added, "I lived in my home for exactly 19 years, 5 months, 2 weeks, 5 days, 9 hours, 15 minutes and 3 seconds; up until I stepped out of there to come here." he laughed awkwardly and scratched the back of his head.

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"He's anti-social." Kevin laughed as Titan huffed in annoyance. He kept moving away and was already eyeing Kevin for help but the demigod simply ignored his pleas. "Well, I'm sure he can handle himself." he chuckled and turned back to the other two demigods. "So, how long have you two been in camp?"

Bora heard his mutter clearly but kept her laugh to herself. "Turtledove must like you a lot if she teases you in turn."

She remembered when Summer had been like that... Then she sighs.

"And you must be the son of Athena," Bora also decides to tell him of his own aura but she giggles shortly after, thinking he'd fit quite well asa child of Aphrodite otherwise.

Kevin smiled at the girl's response and nodded, "Daughter of Apollo, nice to meet you." he mentally cursed himself. 'Kevin, stop.' he scolded himself. It was hard to be someone who just randomly spews out information. It gets annoying at times.

"Well, this is Titan." he introduced his pegasus and tried to pet him but Titan moved away in order to make space between him and the smaller pegasus. Titan wasn't used to that kind of enthusiastic greeting from anyone else other than Kevin.

((This is fuuuunnn xD))

She turns to the boy, "Bora is the name," she smiles. Then noting the intimidating looking pegasus beside him. They were like complete opposites of the other. One who looks so fragile and the other who looks fierce, yet it was a mutual balance.

[ I'm going to miss being smart as Athena's child ;-; xD ]

"Likewise, Taemin." Kevin observed the boy and realized that he was feeling a slight form of attraction. It was small but it was there. "Son of Aphrodite." he said before he could even think of the words and it was a statement, not a question. He would have been surprised with himself but he had always had the gift of just knowing.

Titan tried to stay still in order not to accidentally crush the smaller one underneath him. Kevin turned to the two and giggled when he saw Titan looking uncomfortable. "Well, about time you made a friend." he said and the pegasus glared at him. He shook his head in amusement and turned to the girl along with them, "and what was your name?" he asked, politely.

((and yes I know you want to.. xD))