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Chapter XI: Bambi is going home

Scene 50

After a while, Bambi and Ronno could locate Faline in the place that surprisingly was where Judith and her daughter were too.

What joy to see you here! - Ronno exclaimed embracing them.

What happened? - Faline asked because she did not know why Bambi was again with them and with Ronno - How did you come to an agreement?

That, that is what I'll tell you later - Ronno intervened quiet - for now Bambi has to tell you something.

Saying this, Faline, Bambi and Ronno moved away a bit more towards a path hidden by the branches of the trees.

Ehm - Bambi was nervous - Faline, I wonder if you'll forgive me for my deplorable behavior I showed you.

Proceed Bambi, we want to hear more - Ronno said getting more restless Bambi by exclaiming this to his friend - say that with no verbiage.

Forgive me for the wrong I did - Bambi said with his head down.

I forgive you - Faline said smiling slightly - a person once told me that if you care so much about someone you should do what you feel is necessary.

Who told you that? - Bambi asked not sure if she meant it.

Well, it was not in those words - Faline sighed - but that message was understood at that time when he told me that.

Then - Bambi said restless - and do you think we should go back to "home"?

You would bet it - Faline responded to Bambi walking to tell him to leave, but he continued stood staring Ronno - Ronno, will not you join us?

I think - Ronno answered sadly - there are some matters that I must attend.

Do not worry - Faline said trying to cheer - whatever that would happen we will understand.

What do you mean? - Bambi asked lost in the conversation.

Wait Bambi - Faline said seriously - do not push Ronno to do something, come now, please.

I appreciate that - Ronno replied diplomatically - that's what real friends would do.

Just then Ronno was giving away a few steps near all weeds, in the opposite direction Faline and Bambi were slowly returning to their place of origin.

Scene 51

It had just dawned when Ronno went to find his mother, who had finally reunited with Cathia and Judith.

Ronno! - It was exclaimed happily as his mother saw him - it was a long time ago I did not see you despite the fact of how close you were!

Oh yeah, mother - he said with no such urge comment.

Have you eaten? - his mother asked to his listless eyes. - It seems that you are malnourished!

Yes I've eaten, it's just that - Ronno was in silent a moment before speaking again - maybe we should return to our old home.

Do not you remember what I said about your "friends"? - his mother mentioned somewhat irritated - they only lead you to your misery.

I clearly remember and understand what you have said - Ronno said confidently - but I have matured and I should know by now what is the line between being a good friend and manipulated one.

Do you want to leave us? - Cathia asked sadly - I thought you'd stay here.

Come with me - Ronno replied calmly - I will explain you what happens.

Thus, Ronno and Cathia were calm headed toward that lake where they enjoyed watching the landscape; Ronno inhaled deeply before starting to speak.

I had fun and I learned a lot being with you - Ronno said effusively - however, I have to go back with my friends, where I think I belong.

But, do not you stay here? - Cathia said trying to persuade Ronno - I think we're just good friends, right?

Cathia - Ronno said wistfully - to me you're more than a friend, you're part of my family, but anyway, I must follow my destiny.

So you go - Cathia said in a mood between angry and sad - will we meet again someday?

I hope so - Ronno said - one day, sooner or later, I will seek to know news about you, I will not abandon you.

Both were silent for a moment and then they returned with their mothers. Everything was decided, Ronno and his mother have to return to their former home.

Scene 52

When Ronno finally reached his old home he could see that in that place Bambi and Faline were eating idly and quietly talking, probably about the same.

Oh, Ronno - Faline exclaimed astonished to see him there - so what you decide to stay here? Or have you come to pass?

I will stay here - Ronno answered quietly - it's good to be with my friends.

I guess it was a difficult decision for you - Bambi spoke slowly - if you need to vent your feelings, do it, you have our support.

I agree - Ronno replied haltingly of sadness after gulp - it's just that I do not know what to do, first I have looked for love and I have lose it, then I try and rekindle the best friendship I have had and finally it ended up fighting, and last I try to help a fawn and I defrauded her, what's wrong with me?

I could not tell you - Bambi answered quietly - you're just a few weeks older than me but you've been through so many experiences, well, many people would say tragedies, I think you just need some time to relax.

Yes, I will turn away for a while from my problems and reflect on this - Ronno said cheerfully - so I'm going to stay here but I will look in my own for these days.

What do you say? - Bambi shouted confused - you just barely came back and now you want to get away?

I know it sounds strange - Ronno continued talking - but what are a few more days far from you? After all, the longer the wait, it will be more comforting to the meeting.

Then do it - Bambi mentioned disappointed - and there were several times we thought we have lost you, this will be the least painful.

Faline said nothing, any additional word will have left in the wind, so she just waited for one of them in order to leave, suddenly, Bambi was the first to leave.

Scene 53

Bambi had not ventured much in that way in which he walked, Faline still ventured to follow him closely.

Where are you going? - Faline asked Bambi closely following.

For a moment I have forgotten - Bambi said staring at Faline - would you like to join me?

I am not sure - Faline said a little nervous and excited about this situation - something's wrong, right?

Really? - Bambi said laughing a little - why do you think that?

I do not know - Faline mentioned idly - it is that until recently you seemed to even avoid me, and now you even invite me.

Does that bother you? - Bambi asked kindly.

No, I have just never imagined that these things could be so among us so soon - Faline said happily - I must admit that this petite idea of you scares me a little.

But it is not an idea - Bambi answered - this is an emotion, you should not think about it, you have to feel it.

What an inspiration! - Faline exclaimed excitedly - but it's ironic that you only want to feel something when you know that from an idea you have said, that would mean they cancel each other, it is a paradox!

A paradox? - Bambi asked condescendingly - the only paradox that should concern us is why we cannot be together without talking much and just get carried away.

Faline thought about it and Bambi walked along in silence.

Why did not you say anything? - Bambi said curiously.

This is what I mean - Faline said laughing - you wanted us to carry on the way we stopped in silence, but now you want me to talk, who could understand you?

True, it's funny - Bambi said happily - but I do remember what I have said is that it is wise to change your mind.

I would bet that your dad told you that. - Faline quickly intervened.

How do you know? - Bambi asked surprised.

Please! - Faline said confidently - though you have had a lot of talks with Ronno I know that such talk is only typical in the Great Prince, by the way, how long he has not see you?

I do not know - Bambi said trying to remember an exact date - but it is several days since he told me something that I have no desire to express.

Why not? - Faline asked - Really is that bad not to say it? Ronno sure know this thing, he's your best friend.

He does not know this either. - Bambi responded slightly annoying.

Well, maybe he does not know - Faline tried to persuade Bambi - but you can tell it to your girlfriend.

Okay - Bambi surrendered to the curiosity of Faline - it is that my father has other children besides me.

Is that bad? - Faline was interested in this topic - I think it's good to have more family members you could meet.

Maybe - Bambi reacted with disinterest - but it is good that you say only in that way.

I do not mind - Faline respectfully suggested - do you know what it is to lose a brother? Do you know what I'd do to give him back?

I have not forgotten Gobo - Bambi answered quietly - so if I can honor his memory I even look for one of my half-siblings.

There is no need to do that - Faline said in amazement - but it would be nice if you do that, it could be very useful.

Then I will do it - Bambi responded relaxed - but I want you to come with me, not to be alone, but because I enjoy your company.

Slowly, while the redness of the evening in the distance saw the clouds swirling advertised the time of small but important changes; Bambi and Faline followed a path which they have not visited in a while.