Chapter 1: Wings Triumphant
Hey Guys! WolfOnFyre here, and I am back from my hiatus on this website.
I have been really busy with college for about a month, so that's why I stopped writing.
Anyways, I went and saw the premiere of Rio in 3D, and it was spellbinding!
So, I have decided I am going to write a slew of Rio fanfics.
This is my first one for Rio, although I have already written a ton of GoGH ones, you can read them if you want.
*Disclaimer: I do not own any characters from Rio, they belong to 20th Century Fox and Blue Sky Studios.*
I am off my soapbox now. Please review, and if you have to flame, go ahead. I can take it!
~Wolf Out~
Prologue:In the lovely expanses of the Blu Bird Sanctuary, the last two remaining Spix's Macaws are living their life to the fullest.
However, Blu and Jewel still feel that there is a void lingering in their lives.
As Jewel's injured wing is gaining strength, they must decide if they are ready to fulfill the obligation that brought them together, during one sunny afternoon in Rio...
Chapter 1:Wings Triumphant
In the midst of a humid Amazonian afternoon, inside of a smuggler free zone, two azure birds were conversing on the shaded jungle floor.
"If you want to fly again Jewel, you have to put in some effort. That wing needs to be stressed a little, if you want the muscles to get stronger."
"Are you sure, Blu? What if I hurt it all over again? I want to be back soaring through the sky with you, Blu..."
He blushed at her remark and replied, "I am sure, Jewel. I want to fly again with you as well. I will do my best to help you, whatever it takes. Now, try to hover, for as long as you can."
He really does care about me. I have to trust him. I helped him find the courage to fly, and now he is trying so hard to help me, just the same... The female slowly spread her wings and gingerly flapped them.
She slowly rose above the mossy ground, hanging in the air for several seconds.
"You are doing it, Jewel! Does your wing hurt at all?"
She felt just a small throb in her left wing, but it wasn't unbearable.
"I can barely feel any pain! I think my wing is just about healed!"
As she rose above Blu's head, she felt a stab of pain in her wing, and she dropped roughly to the floor. "Ow!"
Blu quickly rushed over to her side, and he noticed tears dripping from her lovely eyes.
"Are you okay, Jewel? Are you hurt?"
"I don't know. I guess it's still a little sore. What if I never get to fly again, Blu? This is so hard..."
He tried to comfort her, remembering how forsaken he had felt when all he could do was watch Jewel fly happily through the air, after Luiz had separated them.
He knew and understood her personality, and it was not one that took limitations well.
"Hey, listen to me. You will fly again, Jewel! You can't say that you won't, or you never will. You have to stay positive. What did it take for me to finally fly?"
She dried up her tears at his caring, motivating words and said, "I had to-" Her sentence was cut short as he gave her a deep, passionate kiss.
It sent a heated rush throughout her body, numbing the pain in her wing, and instilling a sense of hope in her as well.
He withdrew, sucked in some oxygen, and said, "That is what it took, Jewel. I was not going to let you drown, and you kissed me. You saved me, and now, I am trying to save you in return..."
His words were like the bandages that used to lay upon her wing, gentle and soothing, and yet, they empowered her at the same time.
She gazed into his rich hazel eyes and said, "Thank you, Blu. I think I have the courage to fly now, thanks to you. You are working so hard to help me, and that is why I love you..."
If Blu had cheeks, they would be the color of roses right now. "I love you too, Jewel. I know you can do it. Are you ready?"
She got back on her talons and replied, "Yes, I am." She spread her wings once more, and Blu just stared at the array of aqua feathers that emerged.
She flapped slowly, lifting herself off the ground into a low hover.
She felt a burst of of energy as she saw Blu smiling proudly at her.
She flapped even harder, rising far above his head, blending with the patches of sky above.
An errant stream of sunlight washed over her, casting a large shadow over Blu, which disappeared as she joyfully flew off into the jungle.
He took off after her, shouting, "She did it! My Jewel did it!"
Blu chased Jewel through the Sanctuary, weaving between the trees and under vines in her wake.
He drew close to her, but then narrowly missed hitting a family of macaws that suddenly emerged from a tree hollow.
The female shouted, "Hey, watch it, mister!" Blu regained his balance and yelled, "Sorry, guys!"
He finally caught up with her as she landed in a towering tree, her chest heaving and her eyes twinkling.
"I was wondering when you would get tired out!"
She gave him a peck on the beak and smirked. "What's the matter, Blu? Having trouble keeping up with a bird with a half healed wing?"
He gave a snort and replied, "Your wing is more than half healed. And no, I was not having any trouble!"
She gave a huff of indignation and said, "I think we should go see Linda and Tulio. I think they need to know that I have recovered. What do you say, mister?"
Looks like the old Jewel I know and love is back! "Sure. That is a great idea, Jewel! Let's go!"
The two birds lifted off and soared in the direction of the setting sun, towards the building at the edge of the jungle.
Tulio and Fernando were glued to the couch, watching a soccer game, while Linda was off in the kitchen, cooking supper.
Powerful aromas began to permeate the living room, causing Tulio and Fernando to shamble into the kitchen as soon as the game came to a commercial.
"How is the feijoada coming along, Linda?" Tulio peeked over his wife's shoulder and into the bubbling pot full of beans and pork.
"You tell me, Tulio! I have never cooked this before!"
"It looks good, but you might want to turn down the heat some!"
The huge bubbles in the pot died down as she lowered the flame on the stove. Linda gave him a peck on the cheek and said, "Thank you, dear!"
Fernando turned around and glanced at the TV in the living room. He rushed back to the couch and yelled, "Tulio, the game is back on!"
He, too, marched back and plunked down into the tan three seater.
"It will be ready in five minutes, you two!"
"Okay, Linda!"
Shortly after, just as soon as Linda was calling them over to the kitchen table to eat, the doorbell rang.
Linda queried, "Who would come here at this hour?"
Fernando got up and walked to the door. He slowly opened it and peered out, down the shadowy entrance road. "That's funny. There's no one here."
A loud squawk startled him, and he lowered his gaze to the ground. Two blue birds were standing at his feet. "Hey, it's Blu and Jewel. Come quick!"
Linda and Tulio rushed over and followed his gaze. Linda exclaimed, "Hi, Blu! Hi, Jewel! What brings you two here?"
She knelt down, hoping that they would perch on her arm, like they had done countless times before.
Instead, they stepped away from her, and Blu flew past them into the house, perching on the counter.
He squawked again, and Jewel flew happily inside, landing next to him. Their eyes widened as they grasped what they just saw.
"Tulio, did you see Jewel? Her wing must be healed!" She walked over and stroked Jewel on the head.
"Let me see your wing, Jewel." She did not hesitate as she climbed into Tulio's open hand.
He gently rubbed her wing, checking to see if the muscles were cramped. He slowly stretched out her wing and examined its curve. "Everything looks fine. Glad to see you back to normal, Jewel!"
He set her down back on the counter next to Blu, before walking over to the table. "What do you say, guys? Let's eat!"
Blu and Jewel munched on a small pile of berries and nuts Tulio had brought, while the others slurped up steaming bowls of feijoada and tore into a stack of tortillas.
After the pile was gone, Blu and Jewel turned to see the others placing their bowls into the sink.
"That was some good star fruit!"
"You like that nasty stuff?"
"Well, yeah. Don't you?"
"No. I like the mango much better. Did I ever tell you that mango is my favorite fruit?"
"No, you didn't. I will remember that in the future!" He gazed past Jewel, watching the sun sink below the faraway horizon. "It's getting late. I think we should head back to our nest."
She followed his gaze and replied, "I guess you are right. All of this flying and eating has tired me out!"
However, Linda, Tulio, and Fernando were already headed to their rooms to sleep as well.
Blu asked, "Where are they going? Did they forget about us?"
"Don't worry, I'll get their attention." They flew down in front of the door, and Jewel screeched loudly.
Linda turned around at the harsh noise, seeing them pacing nervously at the foot of the door. "Whoops! Sorry, Blu and Jewel!"
She trotted over and peeled it open, stroking them one last time before they flew off into the inky sky. She called out, "Good night, you two!"
Tulio approached her from behind and whispered, "Come on, Linda, let's get some sleep."
She turned and kissed him before turning out the lights in the building. She stopped in front of Fernando's room and said, "Good night, Fernando."
A muffled, "Good night, mom," sounded in response.
She climbed into the comfy bed next to her husband. "Sweet dreams, Linda." She flicked off the lamp and replied, "Sweet dreams, dear."