Chapter 1

MAX POV

The Edges of my wings brushed against the trees. I swooped down near a small hill and decided to camp there for the night.

I had needed to get away for a while. I needed to get out of the house, away from my Mom. Away from the flock. Away from Ella. I needed to clear my head. Have you ever had one of those moments where you feel like if you dont get out of here, your whole head will explode? Well, i had one of those thoughts. I guess it started when The Voice came back.

What you dont have an anoying voice in your head? Its ok. I got mine at WalMart. Half price.

Ok, enough about the Voice.

I sighed as i put my head down on the near-by log. I had slept on the floor last night because Fang and Iggy had decided they preferred my bed. So it was no improvement or disadantage.

I sighed again, thinking of today. It had been the usual 'get up and "love" life day'. Keyword: Love. I remembered Fang's distinct additute. He had been cheerier for some reason.

Then i remembered. It was his birthday tomorrow.

Damn it. I had forgotten to get him a present.

I remember my last birthday when he got me a shirt that had my favorite band on it. I cant find that shirt.

I decided to get him something tomorrow morning at first light.

I woke up and my head felt like it had been pelted with rocks. "Ugh" i complained to no one in perticular. It was almost light and i needed to get to town to get Fang's present. I packed my bag and jumped into the air. My back felt completely better after i got into the air.

The wind shwooshed across my body and i felt cold chills as the cold morning air greeted my bare arms with an icy hug. I quickly pulled on my black hoodie as i made a mental note to remember to sleep in my jacket from now on. It was always cold in the house as well. That would have to be fixed.

I flew for 10 minutes before noticeing that my shoe was untied. I could have sworn i had tied it earlier but wasnt sure. It didnt matter.

Everything matters, Max.

Oh great. Just when life couldnt get any more wonderful.

Im sorry. Im not in the mood for one of your lousy pep talks today, Voice. Im here to-

I dont care why your going to the store, Max. I need you to save the world. Not help destroy it. And until you decide to shape up and choose to help, then i wont be contacting you.

Well, i dont exactly see how going to the store to buy Fang's birthday present applies to that 'destroying the world' catagory.

Its not just about the shopping trips or the undercover living. And its certainly not all about you. Its about the world. I thought you knew that.

I wasnt sure what to say next. The Voice solved my problem.

Max, It said take care of the flock. But dont forget about the world. It needs you. And you have to help wheather you want to or not.

I tried ignoring that last bit. But you know, since im SO good at being passive and all, I decided to say this:

Voice, i think you need a new hobbie.

When the voice didnt answer, i almost laughed out loud.

I had decided to get a black hoodie for Fang. His old one was almost shredded to bits from all the rugged flying we had been doing. And since im so bad at getting people presents i decided to ask for some help.

A guy that's name tag said 'ALEX' walked over. I almost giggled. His hair needed a serious makeover. Not that that would be my department. That would be more for Nudge........

"Can I help you?" he asked, a little impatiently. "Actually, yes. Im looking to buy my friend a black hoodie. But im not sure which i should get."
I held up the two i had picked out myself and he inspected.
"Well," he said "What do you want the hoodie to be? Durable or Stylish?" he asked, still impatient. I tried to think about what in the world he might be so impatient for.....but i decided not to ponder the thought any longer when he started tapping his foot. "Durable." i said. He handed me the first one and raced off to the nearest register.

"Wooow." i whispered to myself. P-a-r-i-n-o-i-d.

I walked up to the nearest register and paid for the hoodie. I needed to get home before Iggy started making breakfast. I was starving.

I jumped into the air as soon as i was far away enough from the store. The wind welcomed my wings into the air and i smiled as i flew home while i stared at the pink, orange and yellowish sunrise.
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Ok that was the first chapter. I hoped you liked it! Plz comment and review this chapter. Also plz add me as a fav author. Thanks for reading. Enjoy the rest of the story. i should have the next chapter up by tomorrow or the day after. thanks!