Koehlon- Morning Musings

The weather is starting to turn. There is just the slightest chill in the air when the sun begins to rise over the horizon. The autumn season is approaching. Koehlon should be preparing to go on the hunt with the other men, but he doesn't feel he can leave. He is not sure he fully trusts others with Nan's protection.

Much to his aggravation, the girl seems to remain front and center in his thoughts, no matter what other manner of distraction he tries to immerse himself within. 

He is betrothed to another. It is expected of him to mate Hycis. It was decided when they were young. Arranged unions are tradition among those of his kind. It is what is beneficial to those of the Glade as well as Hycis' people in Aeyonary. In his present circumstances, he has found himself wishing he was the product of his fathers "indiscretion" instead of Laurion. This morning, he would gladly settle his mantle of responsibility on another's shoulders if he could, a thought very unlike him.

Koehlon has always done what is expected of him. Maybe his reaction to Nan's situation is just his protective instincts overriding his ingrained sense of duty. It is no secret that Koehlon is an advocate for those he feels unjustly treated, no matter the race. He has his doubts it was coincidence that she was found on the outskirts of the Glade. He feels no danger from Nan. The aura surrounding her feels gentle and kind. He also feels her draw to him, replicating his to her. Did someone drop her at his doorstep to protect her?  Her visions certainly suggest she was being pursued. Or is his judgement clouded by his chivalrous inclinations? He also highly suspects she is no normal human, and her origins are more complicated. Sabia sent word she talked with Nan yesterday, he is curious to hear what her impressions are.  In the meantime, he believes he will relieve the guard he assigned to Nan for her morning walk, and accompany her himself. He could use the fresh air.