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Rin

A shrill whiny broke the still morning, followed by the sounds of water splashing against something. The sun was barely up, but it was already getting warm, which meant by the afternoon the heat would drive pretty much everything into hiding. In order to beat the heat, and return to her little cave that she was staying in while drifting through the land, a young filly had snuck down to the lake and was standing in the water, up to her belly. She hadn't really expected the water to be THAT cold and when she had basically barreled into the water without really checking, she paid for it! Then again, now standing in the water up to her belly, having just let out a loud noise which could possibly bring in other horses, Rin found herself a little concerned.

She should really think before she acted.

But there was no turning back at the moment. It had taken her days to find a suitable place to stay in the land and a few days afterwards she had been way to nervous to wonder out of the small cave-like area, in fear of finding other horses. She knew she had smelled them and heard them but hadn't seen any yet. After finally working up the courage, Rin had basically charged out of her hiding spot and raced for the lake. It had been SOOOOOO long since she had been clean!! The slight layer of dirt and blood had finally gotten to her! 

Lowering herself into the water, Rin slowly slipped down into the lake, front legs tucked under her and then slowly pulling her back legs under her until she was comfortable. It didn't last long, she knew she couldn't stay in the water for long. So the long legged filly rolled. Her head went under the water and all four hooves went into the air as she thrashed about in the water. Soft pebbles rubbed against her back and sides as she rolled back and forth. She already felt cleaner!! Rolling back to her side, head breaking the surface, Rin sat in the water for just a little longer. Her black mane dripped water down an arched neck, white face, and pink muzzle. Her pale lips teased the surface of the water for just a few more moments, lingering in her relaxed position. Her eyes closed, though she tried to fight it. 

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Ivanhoe walked through the trees surrounding Havasuu Lake towards the cool, crisp water he heard so much about when he arrived in Tethra. He'd seen a few herds as he passed through different lands and decided to stop when he reached the lake. He grazed on some grass along the way glad to get some nice grass in this hot summer. He closed his eyes and let the wind cool his sweat-soaked coat. As he rested he heard a whinny through the trees and lifted his head up to listen. He heard the sound of water rushing and splashing. He walked towards the clearing and saw the grullo sabino filly splashing in the lake. He stayed in the cover of the trees watching. He hoped to be the only stallion to have heard her. She didn't look older than 3 and he saw too many young fillies being forced where he was from. He stepped from the trees and bobbed his head, his long mane and forelock flying in the air. He walked a little closer his muscles rippling along his black coat. He looked around and didn't see anything or anyone else around. He walked to edge of the stream where the water gathered in a small pool. ""Hello there miss." he said his rich baritone flowing like silk. He lowered his long, thick neck into the water and took a drink hoping he would only seem as another horse enjoying the cool water in this hot summer. He wanted to jump in the water but he didn't want to startle her any more.