A second short story to add to the first. This one does not have a particular time period in which it takes place and can easily stand alone. It's currently my favorite one I've written, even more so than the current one I'm working on. You are reminded that a) it's a oneshot and b) it's femslash, so if you don't like, don't read. It's very simple to follow. If you do happen to enjoy these stories so far and have an idea, let me know. I do accept all serious ideas.

Flying Through the Sunset

She sat on the ledge overlooking Rainbow Land, a small place tucked up on the side of the Rainbow Mountains. The soft roar of Rainbow Falls could be heard nearby, a continuous stream of soothing sound that helped her to settle her thoughts as the day was slowly coming to an end. What had once been a bright blue sky before her, complete with the radiance of the sun and a few white clouds was now becoming a dazzling portrait of oranges, violets, reds, pinks, and indigoes. It was a slow transformation, one that created a breath taking view over the landscape.

Watching the sunset from this spot was quite different than watching it from the Color Castle. Up here, she felt free, as though she could fly like one of the robins she'd seen about. In a way, she could "fly" but not until nightfall and by then the brilliance of a painted sunset was long gone, replaced by the dark canvas of night that she would paint until it gleamed and shone brightly with the many colored gems that she created. She leaned back on her hands as she pondered these thoughts. Something was still missing though, and she knew exactly what it was. She didn't speak a word, for she was alone up here. Not even Nite Sprite had followed her, for she asked him to stay behind at the Color Castle, without question. She would return to meet up with him when it was time for them to do their nightly tasks.

A small yawn escaped her lips, as she wasn't even normally up at this time. Usually, she spent her days working and then rested the entire afternoon until after the sun had set. Only then would she emerge from her room in the lower depths of the Color Castle to take care of her task, a job she enjoyed thoroughly. Nothing was more pleasing than working with a blank canvas each night. Some nights were dazzling and brilliant, and others were very simple. Some nights produced brilliant shows, and others barely had any movement across the night sky. Tonight would be a dazzling one, one that would reflect the first day of summer. She could see it in her mind, but the final product would look quite different from what she pictured. It always did.

The soft whinnying of a horse brought her back to her reality, snapped from her daydreaming. She turned her head and smiled shyly, looking up to find Stormy atop Skydancer, wringing out her braid. Stormy easily slid from Skydancer, still fooling with her braid. "I forget what it's like to get completely soaked sometimes," she commented as she let go of her braid. "I get caught up in my storms."

Moonglo suppressed a giggle with her hand. "Are you sure you're dry now?"

Stormy looked herself over. "A bit damp, but mostly dry. The ride back to Rainbow Land helps with that. I was trying to hurry. I didn't mean to make you wait."

"It's okay. I was just up here thinking about things, you know?"

Stormy nodded, knowing very well of Moonglo's daydreaming nature. "I have a better idea."

Curious, Moonglo looked up at Stormy. "What?" she asked.

"Let's watch the sunset somewhere else with a better view."

"But I thought this was the best place to watch the sunset in all of Rainbow Land," replied Moonglo.

"It is. Almost," said Stormy, a secretive smile on her face.

"Where is the best place then?"

Stormy didn't answer. Instead, she turned back to Skydancer and climbed aboard her horse, offering Moonglo a hand. Moonglo readily took it and was pulled up behind Stormy, who gave her a few moments to settle herself comfortably. "Hold on to me, and I'll show you," she explained. "Let's go, Skydancer!"

Skydancer followed the simple voice command, knowing exactly what was expected of him. Stormy had already explained her plan to him. While it seemed like something silly, and not at all very much like Stormy, he was happy to do it all the same. If it pleased his mistress, then he would do it. Skydancer ran for the ledge and took one great leap into the sky. He began flying over the expanse of Rainbow Land, waiting for further directions from Stormy.

Stormy had felt the tightening of Moonglo's grip around her waist as they had leapt from the ledge. She reached down with one hand to place it over Moonglo's left one, still holding on to Skydancer's mane with her right. "Trust me," was all she whispered before moving her hand back to Skydancer's mane.

Moonglo watched in awe as they glided easily over Rainbow Land, and the sky became painted with the dazzling colors of a summer sunset. Stormy had been right; there was no better place to watch the sunset than from the sky. She felt free, as though she was flying. If she blocked everything else, she was just like the other birds though flew through the sky, free and without a care. The best part was that it was not nighttime and that she had no duties to tend to the evening sky with.

"What do you think?"

Stormy's words brought her back to focus on reality, that she was indeed flying, but it was neither alone nor without aid. "It's beautiful," she replied, still amazed at what she saw before her. "Where did you get the idea?"

"I listened to you one day when you were speaking to Nite Sprite about sunsets and flying like the birds. You two were walking home and I was going to meet you, but I stayed hidden. It didn't seem like the time to interrupt. You were daydreaming about flying again though. So I decided to let you fly and see the sunset at the same time…I just didn't know if you'd like it."

Moonglo leaned forward and chastely kissed Stormy on her cheek before settling back into her seat. "I love it. Thank you."

A soft blush crept across Stormy's face, and she tried to ignore it. She didn't reply, but instead enjoyed the happiness she felt at doing something so simple that also made Moonglo happy. Moonglo was used to her silent spells, and never asked any questions. She simply let Stormy be, just as she did when Stormy was angry and brewing up a storm to match her mood. To Stormy, it was better than someone being intrusive and intentionally trying to figure out what was wrong, such as the times that Red Butler had tried to goad her into telling her troubles when she was clearly angry. Moonglo gave her the time to calm her anger or to gather her thoughts. "I don't think I've ever seen the sunset from the sky," she finally said after a few minutes of silence.

"Never?" asked Moonglo.

"Never. I guess I just never took the time to," confessed Stormy. "It just never seemed a big thing."

"What about now?"

"I dunno…it's kinda nice… and I like sharing it with you." Stormy worked to force back the blush that now covered her face, embarrassed that she'd said such a thing and let her feelings be so open.

Noticing the blush, Moonglo smiled to herself. She would say nothing about it to Stormy, as she knew the sort of reaction she'd get for it. It was better to merely treasure the thought instead. She gave Stormy's waist a squeeze and the two rode in silence the rest of the time, merely enjoying the beauty of the sight before them that needed no words. The only sounds that could be heard were those of nature around them, and the effortless movement of Skydancer's legs through the color streaked sky.

It was a half hour later when the two touched down on ground again, right in front of Rainbow Falls. The last threads of sunset were disappearing over the horizon as Stormy helped Moonglo down from Skydancer. Stormy kept ahold of Moonglo's hand as they walked slowly back toward the Color Castle, their time together almost at an end. Moonglo knew that she would soon be leaving with Nite Sprite, who would no doubt be outside packing his bag full of nite sprinkles and double checking that there was plenty. Stormy sensed Moonglo's sadness and gave her hand a gentle squeeze. Moonglo smiled gratefully at her.

The two stopped a few feet from the Color Castle. Moonglo could see Nite Sprite in the distance, just as she'd expected. She could hear the shouts of sprites returning home from the Color Mines to their families, their happy chatter drifting over to where Stormy and Moonglo stood. Lights were on in the Color Castle, and Stormy knew that the rest of the Kids were preparing the evening meal. Her stomach rumbled at the thought, wanting nourishment, but she ignored it for now. All she had to do was look at Moonglo and the thoughts of food were forgotten for now.

"I guess I should go meet Nite Sprite," spoke Moonglo softly.

"You should…you don't want to get behind in your work," agreed Stormy.

"Thank you… I loved seeing the sunset from the sky. It was much better than from the ground," stated Moonglo as she slid her hand from Stormy's. "I guess I'll see you tomorrow evening, right?"

Stormy nodded. "Of course." She watched as Moonglo turned and began to walk away. Without thinking, Stormy's hand shot out and grabbed Moonglo's wrist, stopping Moonglo in her tracks. She stepped closer to Moonglo and leaned forward to give her a kiss on the cheek before letting go of her once again. Moonglo's hand raised to her kissed cheek, and she smiled before turning to continue walking toward Nite Sprite.

Stormy watched her until she was knelt by Nite Sprite's side, busily talking to him. Stormy was certain that Moonglo was planning out the sky for the evening, as she always did. She began making her way to the Color Castle, crossing the bridge to the entrance and giving a small wave to Moonglo before entering. She had no idea if the other Color Kids or Rainbow knew what the two were up to, but she had a feeling it wouldn't be very long before something slipped or someone saw something. It would be something do deal with when the time came. For now, she was rather happy to think of flying through the sunset.