To Greet the Dawn
Disclaimer: I do not own the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. I just like to think I do...
I sat upon the rock, staring out across the meadow, waiting for the dawn. It's something I've done every morning since we arrived here at the Farm. It's the only way I've found to forget the nightmares of the night.
He twisted frantically, bringing up his katana just in time to block a stab from a foot ninja's blade. Ducking the next blow, he sent a round-house kick to the ninja's head and a following kick to his chest, sending the foot ninja sailing across the room and into the group attacking Don…
A slight breeze caresses my skin, bringing in the heady scent of wild growing things from the nearby forest. There's still about ten minutes until sunrise. Ten more minutes with the dark…and the dreams…
"Everyone, get the hell out of here!" He quickly disarmed another Foot soldier, and glanced around. Of course. While Mikey and Don acknowledged his order, Raph plunged in deeper into the fray, battling away with a ferocity that was both beautiful and terrible. Unfortunately, it also limited his focus and he didn't notice the sneak attack coming from behind…
The horizon begins to glow a faint pink. I can hear the birds in the trees above me begin to stir...
"RAPH!" He lunged towards his brother, praying he would make it in time.
"What?" Raph spun around and watched in horror as his brother took a hit meant for him…
Wincing as the bright morning light hits my eyes, I shrug off any lingering fear. The nightmares, which seemed so real by night, now dissolve into birdsong and a rooster's crow. Climbing to my feet, I grimace as my still-healing body lets me know it's been sitting in the same position for far too long. Stretching out my back, I turn and make my way back along the trail toward the house.
Walking along the sun-dappled path, I smile to myself, hearing the sound of an early morning fight break out. From the sound of things, it seems like Mikey is hogging the bathroom. I chuckle and quicken my pace. I know it's only a matter of time before Raph breaks down the door, which will send Don into a fit because he will be the one who has to fix it. In turn Raph will say that Mikey started the whole thing, which will send both Don and Raph after him, sending Mikey running for either me or Splinter.
Reaching the house, I arrive just in time to hear a crash followed by Mikey's somewhat girlish scream for help and Raph's maniac laughter. As I jog upstairs, I can't help but remember why the morning has always been a favorite time for me. For in the warm light of the sun, it's hard to fear the monsters of the night.
Well? What do ya'll think? I was real nervous about posting my first story, but so far I haven't been asked to leave. Guess I must be doing something right!
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