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[center][h1][color=ce5efc]Arethusa[/color][/h1][/center]

[hr]Arethusa walked through her land, her own personal Kingdom. She wore her usual flowing dress, which hugged her curves loosely. Today though, she was wearing a baby sling woven from bending branches, with a bed of moss on the inside. The path was worn along the riverbed, where she usually roamed. Tiny footprints were planted daintily in the mud, along with hoofprints of large animals coming to get water. The brook babbled softly, flowing along at a steady pace that was just right to swim in. Fish popped out of the water regularly, their iridescent scales gleaming in the sunlight that broke through the canopy of leaves that were evergreen. A brisk, warm breeze flowed through the place, sending delicious chills down one’s spine. It was such a beautiful place, reflecting off her joyful mood. 

She sent casual smiles to the denizens of her home, those who stayed until nightfall to go working in the Summer Kingdom. She would soon have to leave, and go to the palace. There, her adorable little challenge was waiting, and probably irritating her protectors. For now though, she basked in the warm patches of sun breaking through the leaves. Sitting down at the edge of the brook, her foot swept gracefully into the warm water. She gazed up, eyes focusing on a young bluebird. With the crook of her finger, she beckoned it down. 

[color=ce5efc]”Darling,”[/color] she said in a lavish tone, stroking the bluebird’s soft feathers with a charming smile. [color=ce5efc]”I need a bunny, one with a tolerance.”[/color] She planted a kiss atop the bird’s head, before sending it off to perform its simple task. While she waited, she hummed a simple tune, one she had known since her formation. In a matter of minutes, the bluebird was back, hovering lazily above a small [url=http://www.petakids.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Cute-Red-Bunny.jpg]rabbit[/url]. Once the rabbit was only a few hops away, the bird returned to the trees, picking up where it had left off in its calls. 

Arethusa picked up the rabbit, stroking the silky strawberry blonde fur covering its entire body. [color=ce5efc]”You, have the most important task of the day, my friend.”[/color] She cooed, using her cheek to nuzzle against it. [color=ce5efc]”You will entertain the King’s beautiful pet, while I am busy checking on all of the citizens.”[/color] The rabbit chattered, chewing affectionately on Arethusa’s green hair. [color=ce5efc]”Her name is Lyra, she is great, yet irritating at times. You will love her. Come along, dear rabbit.”[/color] With a laugh akin to a wind chime, she took the rabbit and tucked it into her sling. It looked up at her with the innocent eyes of a doe, and Arethusa knew he would be the perfect pet for Lyra. 

On her way to the castle, she took a random path, as she did every day. It confused those who tried to pick up her steps, and follow them back to her sanctuary. It also gave her a new path to dance along. As she practiced her two step, she whispered her task of the day. Feoras was in a meeting, to discuss peace and trades between his kingdom and all the others. So, while he was gone, she would check up on everything he skipped over in his moods. He was such a good King when he tried, but those moments were used up mainly on the activities of utmost importance. Arethusa pleased the people, taking notes of their problems and promising she would bring it up to Feoras for discussion. 

It took her only an hour, to get to the hustle and bustle of the main court. She pushed past others, her strides long and fast. When one recognized her, she would offer them a wave or a small sentence. Mainly though, she worked her way to Lyra. The girl lit up her world, she was as much the King’s as she was her’s, because when her father was gone, Arethusa cared for her. She walked into the palace, no one stopping her. As soon as she came in, she found one of the salamander servants and asked them to direct her to Lyra and her caretaker. Once the directions were in mind, she followed them to her blonde girl. 

Arethusa’s face brightened when she saw her, surrounded by nymphs who combed their fingers through her tresses. Once they saw Arethusa, they smiled and took a few steps back. Arethusa laughed, shaking her head to dismiss them. They were her sisters, and none of them had to treat her like she was special. [color=ce5efc]”Good to see you all.”[/color] She whispered, pushing past them to go shake Lyra awake. [color=ce5efc]”My dear Lyra, I have brought you a gift.”[/color] Once the child’s eyes opened, she would place the rabbit on her lap. The rabbit took up its job instantly, bouncing around on Lyra and chewing on the girl’s hair. [color=ce5efc]”I must leave, I’m sorry.”[/color]

She waved a goodbye at her sisters, reminding them to take good care of Lyra. They chattered endlessly, showing Lyra all the things she could do with her new pet. Arethusa’s fleeting glance was the last she would see of Lyra for most of the day. She walked out to Feoras’ study, telling the servant outside the door that the study was now open, and to gather a line at the doors of the palace. She sat, waiting only a few minutes before her first complacent Fae came in. Her body craved the wild, but she sat through her job with a smile.