He had never seen a colt his age alone, not back home at least. There had been an abundance of elders to watch out for each of the young ones. They had always banded together to keep an eye on those young ones. To make sure that they stayed safe throughout their adventures. He wondered if the parents here would let their young travel without guidance. Maybe they were a little freer with their guidelines here. But then again, who was he to judge. He was after all, the ever present bachelor. He watched the young boy for a moment, only to hear his question of where else he could be from.
“My family originated here, long ago. But my grandfather moved us to a new land, one that I’m not sure had a name, not like here. It’s a few days journey, at least. More if you take breaks along the way. It’s no where near as diverse there as it is here.” There wasn’t much else that could be said about it, because lets be honest, it wasn’t anywhere near as vast as it was here. He only hoped that in time he’d be able to explore it all and find a place to live as an adult.
He watches the boy, curious as to what his life has been like so far in the islands. He speaks of sand and lizards in his home, which makes him chuckle. “ From the tales I was told as a boy, it’s full of thick, green luscious trees, that give the lush grasses an eerie look. Out of a fairytale, I was told. I have yet to go there, I’m a little nervous.“ He admits gently. Unsure what else to say.
When the boy speaks of his father, saying he was allowed to explore more. “I’m pleased to hear that. It’s just strange, back home all the elders would watch the young ones, so seeing you by yourself was a bit strange, I’m afraid.” He gives a tiny smile, not wanting Carbon to think of him as judgy. He listens with an open mind as he speaks. “I have not met anyone yet. I’m a little, well, hesitant to go anywhere yet.”