Thread: Reluctant companions (Eyesoffire & Ecchi)

Leilia strode down toward the tranquil pond, nestled against a low land rise from which a small waterfall spilled from a natural spring. Looking over the peaceful area, she found it to be empty of life, save for the birds in the trees, and tiny fish swimming in the water. It was quiet, aside from the water falling into the pond, and the bird songs in the air. This would be a wonderful spot to rest her legs for a moment, perhaps even take a quick dip in the cool water to refresh herself before reaching her destination. She was told to meet a companion in Harrowdale, who would aide her on her quest, a quest given to her by the mysterious, and revered mage order, the Grey Sages. However, she could afford a little break. It was only around midday now, and she had until sunset to reach Harrowdale and meet up with her companion, who would no doubt have further information given by the Grey Sages about this quest. She knew only that it was of grave importance, and if successful would stop the rise of the demon god, Draz, thus saving the world from an age of destruction. It was important enough for her to head the summons of the Grey Sages, whom had selected her among others to recruit for this most perilous task, leaving her forest home to journey the outer lands. Though the war between Elves and Men currently raging, would likely mean she would be less welcomed to many of the human towns and cities, suspected of spying and malicious acts. She sighs though, as she lets all those worries drift to the back of her mind, being in this beautiful, peaceful place. It reminded her some of her home, and comforted her. She slowly begins to unclasp the buckles of her leather armor, and her belt, until she pulls it off over her head and drops it to the grassy forest floor. She then unlaces the matching leather bracers from her forearms, which like the main piece of armor, had gold inlaid designs. Next came her boots, leaving her bare feet to step into the soft grass, her dainty toes curling slightly into it. Next came the sash of her leaf green tunic, then the tunic itself, revealing a linen cloth wrapped around her upper body, binding her breasts. Her darker green slacks were quickly lowered and dropped, revealing the other half of her undergarments, a simple little linen loincloth tied around her hips and between her legs. Both undergarments are untied, leaving her plump breasts to bounce free and unrestrained, and leaving her now fully nude. Her clothes were left where they fell in a messy pile, her short elven twin swords left beside them, along with the little curved elven hunting dagger. Her sturdy elven bow, and quiver of arrows were brought with her as she slowly waded into the water. She moved over to where a large bush hung far out over the water, wading over until it was waist deep, to hang her bow and arrows on the branches of it. Then she lowered herself into the water, feeling the cool liquid caress her bare creamy colored skin. She leaned her head back, dipping her golden hair into the water until she was fully submerged, and then lifting herself up again. Her hair fell down just past her shoulders, and now clung to her skin. On both sides, starting behind her ears, there were thin braids in her hair of the same length as the rest which was left to flow freely. She was letting her guard down somewhat in this place, simply laying back in the water, her eyes closed as she listened to the sounds of the water and the birds around her. That is until she heard what sounded like someone nearby. She had let her guard drift too much, and didn't catch the sounds of them until they were very close. She quickly swims over to the bush, tucking her legs under herself and staying low in the water as she hid against it, watching the shore as she slowly reached for her bow.