Dated A. I. 439.6.16

My aide, Anusha “Sunflower”, states thus:
“It is openly known among the guards
That Kursha is faithfully courting a mare.
In addition, he possesses restraint and control –
His supervisors and comrades have witnessed such.
Therefore, it is false that Kursha had purposely
Tempted and fought with Shielding and Gladden.”

Kursha’s supervisor, Shanima, states thus:
“Kursha possesses a good reputation,
I have witnessed it ever since he entered service:
He is punctual, disciplined, and maintains his body.
I confirm that he is courting a mare.
Therefore, the claim that he flirted with stallions
Is false, since he does not possess such feelings.”

His comrade, Gusha “Ironhammer”, states thus:
“On the day of this incident in question,
I happened to pass guards Shielding and Gladden.
I didn't see bruises or scars on their bodies,
Therefore, it can’t be that Kursha fought first.
Furthermore, I truthfully testify that Kursha
Is a kind, easy-going, and friendly stallion.
I do not believe that he would cross boundaries –
This I confirm with some pegasi comrades:
Silent Feather and Obsidian Flame.”

The aforementioned Feather and Flame state thus:
“Kursha is respectable, discreet, and hardworking.
It is unthinkable that he would start a fight.”
“I claim that Kursha is a fair and humble friend,
Therefore, if he fought, it must be for good reason.”

Author's Note

Thestral names do not follow Equestrian conventions. Most names originate from their native language. Equestrian-language nicknames are sometimes added to distinguish between two similarly-named individuals, or for the sake of easier reading.