Thanks for the reviews and here is chapter four. I will now be going into first person as Sora.
The Morning Sage
The first thing I noticed was the feeling of comfort on my body. My eyes still refused to open as I felt warmth creep on my back. I couldn't remember the last time I had such a wonderful sleep.
Slowly, my eyes opened to the unyielding presence of the sun and I found myself in a room.
That was in a tree?
I notice that I was sitting in the bedroom of a circular chamber that had a trap door on the ground and a stair case that lead to a second floor. The chamber was divided into three areas: the bedroom where I was at, the dining room that had places for at least ten people, and the living room. I also notice that there was a large opening in the wall that leads to the outside.
There was also a depression on the ground next to me that was filled with pillows which in it slept Spyro.
As I watched him sleep, questions started to come into my mind.
"I wonder where we are?" was the question I thought needed to be answered first.
I got out of the bed and went to a nearby mirror. My face seemed a little…off for some reason but I dismissed that because I thought I was still trying to get up.
What I did notice was certain…glow that was coming from my right hand. Curious, I took off my glove and was shock as to what I had found.
It was a sliver mark that seems to spiral in on itself. I tried to remember where I got this mark when I looked closely at it and notice it looked draconic in some way.
It was then that I remembered when I touched Spyro last night and felt like someone was branding my hand with liquid fire. I realized that must have been when I got the mark.
Worry started to enter my mind at that moment. "What if I touched him again and get a new mark?" I thought as I made my way over to Spyro. I gently put my hand on his forehead and was relieved that there were no effects coming from it.
"Well at least I won't have to worry about that again." I thought as I looked around the room. I then noticed an opening in the wall that looked like a shower. There was also a fire place that felt cold from unused.
"I wonder why we are here. Why did they not put us in a prison or something like that?" I said softly so as to not wake up Spyro.
However he was able to hear that due to his enhanced hearing
His eyes slowly opened and said "Good morning Sora"
"Same to you friend" I replied back as I made my way up the staircase to find that there was a study. I made my way back and looked out at the opening in the wall.
What I saw surprised me. The clearing was somehow gone and replaced by trees that looked like houses. At least I thought they were houses since they seemed to be morph from the trees themselves.
"This place is beautiful." Spyro said as he went to join me staring out into the city.
"The magic in this place is strong." I replied "We may have to make a quick escape."
"I shall go wherever you go my friend."
It was then that I heard the sounds of footsteps coming from the stairs. My mind went into overdrive as I tried to find my sword and bow. I groaned when I could not. I almost thought of summoning my Keyblade but remembered that I was still good at hand to hand combat and held back.
It was then that the trapdoor opened up and one of those creatures came out. It looked like a female and was wearing robes of forest brown. She was carrying a try that was filled with food and clothes and also had a note on it.
"Oh…I…uh…I did not realize you were up Argetlam." She replied shaken.
I had a confused look on my face and said "Are you talking to me?"
"Of course Argetlam" she replied back now also confused
"It might be a language we are unfamiliar with" Spyro replied in my head "But from the way she is saying it, I think it means a word of praise."
"You might be right." I said in my mind before saying out loud "Why are you doing here miss?"
"I was told to bring you food in case you were hungry and new clothes to change out from the ones you are wearing now. I was also asked to bring you this note." She said in a rather fast pace before placing the tray down and making her way back to the trap door.
"Thank you miss." I replied back.
I then made my way over to the food and notice that the whole try consisted of nothing but fruit and vegetables. I was surprised that there was no meat but I did not complain. I had always tried to get a healthy meal every now and then.
"What is this? Rabbit food, I'm a dragon for crying out loud. I need meat." Spyro said as he observed the food that was given to us.
"Maybe these people don't hunt or something like that." I replied as I pick up a berry and ate it "I am sure we can find some way for you to get your food."
"I guess."
Spyro ate some of the rice cakes that were there while I looked at the clothes that were brought to me. I was not in any inclination to wear them but it might be nice. The first thing I noticed when I touched them was that they were extremely soft. They felt like a cloud of something. They consisted of two pairs of robes, one green and the other silver, some socks, and pants. With carefully excitement, I tried on the silver one and to my surprise it fit perfectly.
"I wonder why they gave you the clothes?" Spyro asked as he watched me straighten out the clock in front of the mirror.
"I don't know either. Maybe the note will explain what is going on." I said as I made my way on to the bed and opened the note.
The letters were flowing in such a way that I had a hard time figuring out what it was saying. However with time, I had managed to decipher it.
Dear Rider and Dragon.
I am sorry about the most unwelcome visit you were exposed to but it had been a long time since a human has entered our city and an even longer time for a dragon. I am unable to explain everything on this letter so I am coming to meet you in person this afternoon. I request that you stay in the room until I get there both you and your dragon.
Sincerely
The Mourning Sage
P.S: I would also let your dragon know that if he is hungry tomorrow then he may hunt in the forest as long as he leaves his kills where they rest.
I read through the letter again to make sure that I understood what was on it.
"It sounds like an interrogation" Spyro said
"Perhaps…but interrogations can work both ways." I replied back
We spent the rest of the morning eating the food and discussing what was going on. I sometimes made my way to the opening and watched the people who could speak a strange language fluttering between one thing and another. I could also hear the distinct sound of swords against swords in the distance.
"I wished I had Starfang right now" I thought missing the weight of that long sword.
I then heard the sound of feet on steps but this time it sounded…different. The feet were not moving in a uniformed rhythm that could indicate a healthy person.
It was then that the trapdoor opened a second time and I was surprise at who I saw.
It was another person but this time a male. He looked very old but the only clues were his eyes, which showed much wisdom. His white robes glisten in the afternoon sun in addition to his silver hair.
I could also see in those eyes much kindness, compassion, and…pain.
"The Mourning Sage I presume." I said to the silver hair person.
He gave a small smile and said "Oromis is my proper name. I would like to know the names of those who have managed to get inside the elves capitol without much difficulty."
"We need to watch what we say here." I said to Spyro in my mind before replying "My name is Sora and this is Spyro."
"Welcome to Ellesméra Sora and Spyro." Oromis replied
"Well it hasn't been such a warm welcome has it now." I said in a mocking tone.
"For that, I am truly sorry. If we had known what you were, we would not have to resort to such measure."
I could tell that he really meant those words and I accepted his apology.
"Now that that has been taken care of, I have news that my interest you."
"Go on" I replied slowly in case he was baiting me into a trap.
"One of the elves has demanded that you are worthy of staying in this room and holding the title of Rider. He wants to test your skills with the blade." As he said this, he reached into his robes and pulled out my sword Starfang. It had gotten polished until it shined like new but when I got a hold on the hilt, I notice that something was off about it.
Oromis then said "I had to block the edges to prevent any serious damage when you fought the elf."
"You will be able to unblock it when we are done." I asked as I tested the balance of the blade and found that it still will not hamper my swings.
"Of course, are you ready to go now?"
I turned to look at Spyro and saw that he had a devious smile on his face. I could feel a smile coming across my face at the thought of getting in a little practice in.
"Well…I have never been one to turn down a challenge before." I replied wearing my trade-mark grin.
For those of you who are fans of the book may be able to guess who the challenger is. Also I will put the name of the person who can correctly guess where I got the name of the sword Sora is using instead of the Keyblade in a review.
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