Zjeena grew up in a much different world, raised only by mares, mares who ruled themselves. Being here on the Lost Islands, a pawn of stallions, is a strange feeling. Zjeena isn't upset by that though. Navigating this world poses a unique challenge. Zjeena never shies away from a challenge, and she hates nothing more than being bored... and perhaps hot weather. She is upset that things had to become more challenging at the expense of her children's safety. Until now, she's never had anyone but herself to worry about. Becoming a mother has changed things.
Of course she is appreciative of Rougaru's warning, but it isn't enough to gain him her full trust. His circling brings renewed tension. Zjeena's head comes up, and her ears get lost under volumes of bi-colored mane. The muscles in her haunch tighten and she backs up, threatening a kick. Sensing the tension between their mother and the stallion, both foals surge forward, trotting inland. Zjeena abandons her threat for now and trots off after her children. She lags behind intentionally, keeping herself between Rougaru and her children. If he changes his mind and decides to become hostile, he'll have to get through her first.
As they set off, Rougaru attempts to kickstart a casual conversation. Zjeena is not in the mood, but at the same time, she feels obligated to answer. She is a mother afterall. She'd use any excuse to talk about her kids. "Nattergal and Havelle", she grunts. Her ears fail to return to a forward position. She'll talk, but she doesn't have to act like she likes it.