This time, Merrick was not alone in doing the Harvester’s bidding. A young colt trotted by his side, his eyes glinting with curiosity and determination that Merrick found endearing. The colt had introduced himself as Laios, explaining he had been sent here on similar business. Merrick was mildly amused. Rarely did he encounter others on missions like these, and certainly not one so young. Laios had initially mistaken Merrick for his adoptive guardian, which am...

Laios, a small bay colt with a heart as wild as the untamed forests, had a knack for wandering off on his own. Every night, while the world lay silent under the blanket of stars, Laios would slip away from his herd, his young hooves carrying him further than ever intended. His guardian, Reingard, was all too used to finding the colt missing and fretted over his nightly adventures. But no one truly knew what compelled Laios, only that his heart beat with a curiosity he couldn’t quell. ...