To be more than a conqueror Posted on July 28, 2025 at 08:14:31 PM by Nicodemus
Nico smiles at Tino as he reacts to his sudden presence. It was obvious he had taken the young male by surprise, but he hopes that his words would still reach him the way he had intended. He notices Tino begin to relax as he replies. Nico nods as he understands where Tino was coming from. It had been rough when Raini was taken and Nico had been so consumed with getting her back that he hadn't had time to reassure him
He had at least let him know what was happening before he brought Hymn back to Paradise, but it still must have been a lot for the colt. Tino speaks again saying he wasn't sure what he was supposed to be doing as a son or as a member of the herd. Nico steps towards him and reaches her muzzle to poke at his left cheek. "You really don't have to do anything to be my son." He smiles as he pulls away. "As a herd we are all family and family looks out for each other. So if you see any funny business report it back to me, okay?" He grins.
Tino really didn't need to have a job or do anything except live his life. Though the extra pair of eyes looking out for everyone always helps. "Some fathers expect certain things out of their children, but all I want is for you to find happiness." There was no obligation to Tino as his adopted son especially since he already had his chosen heir. Augustus was the only one he expected more out of. "You are growing up and you will be free to venture out on your own if that is your wish. Or you can stay with your mother and I and build a family here." He wouldn't hold it against him either way.
Seeing the Inlet retain numbers and grow was always a fantastic idea, but he would never hold Tino back from exploring. Replies: There have been no replies.