Journey of a Guardian

by TheDarkAngel'sShadow

Watching over the Fossil Parks of the world isn't easy, but Tria's life has never been easy. But now, with balancing the needs of the humans and the vivosaurs while taking care of herself as well, she may have taken on more than she can chew, especially with the return of an old enemy and the new enemies determined to bring the Wardens to their knees.

1. Meeting

On the top of a hill above Fossil Park Asia, a figure stood watching the darkened site. The stars and moon gleamed above the Warden HQ, creating a stunning view for all to behold. The figure stood at the top of the hill, hands clasped behind him as he smiled and waited patiently for the meeting that was scheduled to take place. He briefly put a hand in his pocket, running his fingers over the small metal device there, as if to make sure it was still there. He then turned to look at the younger male who was walking up the hill toward him, smiling kindly. The visitor didn't smile back, too wary and suspicious of the meeting he'd been summoned to.

"Hello there, old friend." the figure greeted his visitor, "I am glad you could make it. My apologies for calling you out here on such short notice."

"What's this about?" the visitor asked warily, "I've never been called out here before. What do you need?"

The figure continued to smile, the visitor's slight attitude not fazing him. "I have something to give to you. It will help settle the unease I'm sure you've sensed by now."

The visitor narrowed his eyes, now thoroughly suspicious. "…How do you know about that?"

The figure chuckled softly. "How could I ever forget?" He then pulled the small metal device out of his pocket, turning it over in his palm. It looked plain enough, gray metal with a few buttons and dials circling a clear ball. He handed the device to the younger male. "Carry this with you as you go about your usual activities. When the light reaches its brightest, take it to her. She'll handle the rest."

The young visitor's eyes widened in shock. "H-How…?"

The figure chuckled again, expression a cross between and smile and a smirk. "In time, my friend. In time."

The visitor narrowed his eyes again, but said nothing else, simply turning on his heel and walking back down the hill with a final nod to the figure. He glanced at the starry sky, his breath hitching in hesitant hope before leaving. The figure looked to the sky as well, smiling as the moon and stars briefly darkened.