Disclaimer: I do not own Maximum Ride. James Patterson owns Maximum Ride.

A/N: I wrote this from Max's point of view, but it could be seen as any of the flock members except Iggy (because he can't see).

Freedom.

I spread my wings and leap into the sky.

The currents in the air catch them and carry me towards the heavens. I curve gradually around, spiralling up through the clouds.

I fold my wings and plummet towards the earth, until, at the last minute…

Whoosh. I extend them once more, and careen upwards, marvelling at the tapestry laid out below me.

The beauty of nature excels itself, and I am glad.

I am glad, because wings give me freedom.

I would not give my freedom for the world.