The three folk of Redwaters strode through the forest curiously that day, their questioning eyes darting around the greenery to try and find some sort of 'secret entrance' to where the elven type could possibly be hidden. They had been walking for a while, their horses getting tired of the continuous exercise, when finally they saw one of the little elves go over to a tree with a very thick base, and do a secret knock, one that was so complex, almost any human would find it impossible or mimic.
Alana quietly waited as she watched the elf do his knock, Moonshine whined rather annoyed, it seemed even the large gentle giant was tired of walking. After the elf had finished, the twin trees started to move, almost like the wind was blowing them; but there was no wind. The movement of them started to increase as Moonshine back up out of fear, having to calm the large beast before he started to freak out. The first sighting of the Elven city was the massive greenery, the second was a waterfall that could really leave you breathless if you stood too close to it. The two elves nodded to each other as they escorted the trio into the secret city. "Welcome to Lancashire." One had said happily as he pointed around. Alana was been here many times before but every time she was taken back by the beauty of the place. The trees stood so tall you could not see the sky, each of them held a treehouse that had vines for stairways, the grass was soft and green; much more different that what she was used to. Moonshine sniffed the air before snorting, even the air held a different scent. The water sparkled like diamonds as it hit the lake underneath the waterfall, Flowers grew from everywhere, even from the trees and the vines that hung from them; many exotic birds flew around the trees. Wild saber cats could be seen lying at the feet of a tree, something was odd about this tree, Alana strolled up closer to investigate before being startled by the thing moving! The tree was alive, it had a mouth and what looked to be eyes, although they were just gaps in the leaves and bark. "Since when did you guys study the arts of animation?" Alana asked bluntly as Moonshine whined rather worried.
Whispa looked around the beautiful village before sliding off Flamingo. "So;" She said to Alana. "How will these guys help us find the Mage?" She walked around and examined the scene, touching, smelling, taking every beautiful bit of this elven landscape in. It was like something you would see in a dream, or even read in a book, but it was real, and it was so pretty.
Alana looked around for a moment before catching the Elf's attention, "Lasinda, is she here?" Alana spoke with a calm but firm tone towards one of the male elves. The slim elven man nodded, "Of course she is, Lasinda doesn't leave here often unless King Kyne calls for her." He pointed towards the waterfall before gesturing for Alana and the others to follow. "Do not fret, your horses will be taken care of." The male elf spoke as he walked towards the water fall, Alana quietly judged her surroundings before following right behind him.
The three travellers followed the small creature to the waterfall. If you stood to close, you would most likely be spayed with its foamy fluid. Whispa, being her idiotic self, threw her shoes off and started walking in to the water. It's coldness stung a tiny bit, but she slowly got used to it. She waded further in, lifting up the hem of her dress and walking deeper, giggling as the cold water reached her thighs. Bob shook his head and followed Alana. He was here to do business, and to find the Mage, not to take a dip in some dirty waterfall.
Alana did not see Whispa walk into the waterfall, she kept easy pace with the elven male as the two of them continued down the waterfall pathway. The green of the forest around her was almost too much to believe where she was standing, Alana was face to face with another Ancient Protector on the way through the wooden passage, most of the forest animals were very curious upon the new arrival of guests. Lasinda sat down on the fresh green grass, her half-weaved silk skirt lay bathing in the sun as she played her harp to her audience of forest animals, many of them seemed to have been enjoying the music because they rocked back and forth slowly to the sound of her lullaby. Lasinda smiled happily as she continued to play, unaware of the guests that had arrived.
Whispa looked around before diving in to the water. She swam, being able to see everything crystal clear. She was under there for a while, like a fish, swimming deeper, picking up pebbles, examining them. Whispa loved swimming, and could hold her breath for an incredibly long time. Her father described her as his little mermaid, always swimming. Just as she was about to swim further, she noticed something. It glistened in the light. She swam deeper, letting a few bubbles of air escape from her mouth. Whatever it was, it was buried underneath the sand at the bottom of this waterfall.
Bob smiled as he watched the young girl play. He too loved music, and this instrument sounded almost a beautiful as the elf herself. Alana had stepped on a twig causing all of the forest animals to stir and scatter at the sound, Lasinda shot her eyes open with a startled face at her guests. I did not see you there, the sweet voice of a woman ran through Alana's head causing her to look around a moment before focusing on Lasinda again. Oh please excuse me, I am Lasinda. The voice rang through her head once more as she sat there trying to understand how the female elf was talking to her through her mind. Alana shook her head, "We've come for aid, Lasinda. It's pressing matters." Alana's tone held urgency and seriousness. Bob cut Alana off. "We have lost the Mage of Redwaters. King Kyne sent us here, to ask you for assistance." He knelt down on one knee, in front of Lasinda. "Please." He said. "Someones life is at stake here."
As Whispa swam closer, she noticed the object was golden. She gently swiped the sand off it, and what she found took her breath away. The last of her air left her lungs, and she struggled to swim to the surface. She choked on a scream, and with that, dropped the item before riding to the top, gasping for air.
Lasinda stood up and looked at the Knight on his knees, Why do you bow? I am the same as you. The voice spoke softly to Bob, I am too a commander of Redwaters. Lasinda smiled as she looked towards Alana, Do not worry; I will help you find this Mage. The voice sounded cheerful as Lasinda picked up her harp and turned around, But I will need a few things before we head out, I will also need to know what all you know of his whereabouts. Who took him and what do they want? The voice kept it's cheerful tone as Lasinda walked along the worn grassy path.
Whispa struggled over to the bank of the water fall and collapsed on to the ground, on the sand. For the first time since she could remember, she started crying. The tears flowed like the water from the waterfall, each dripping on to the soft,wet sand. She sobbed like she had lost someone near. That item, the thing she had picked up, would never leave her memory.
Bob stood and smiled. "We think the mage may be somewhere in Griffiths hideouts. We will have to go through the dark forest in order to get there. Pack what you need. It could be a long journey." Lasinda smiled, I won't need much to be honest. Her voice rang through Bob and Alana's head , Alana nodded slightly although she could never get used to the feeling of someone else in her head. Looking around for Whispa but not seeing her slightly insane friend, "Bob." Alana had started to say, "Where is Whispa?" She asked slightly concerned. Bob raised his eyebrows. "Didn't you see her jump in to the waterfall?" He asked. "That girls such an idiot, never does anything but what she thinks is fun. " He added, before shaking his head slowly. Bob didn't know it now, but Whispa had a lot more behind her then her happy-go-lucky attitude. Only, no one had bothered to ever ask.