A/N: Hello.

I just had a terrible morning which wasn't that bad but made me feel really unhappy, and I'm also unhappy about something else, here on Fan Fiction. But I'll save the bad news for the end of the story.

Enjoy.

It was the best feeling in the world.

The wind was rushing through his hair, blowing hard against his face. He felt every swoop and dive, loving the thrills he got from attempting an exciting move, and adrenaline pumped in his body.

He was riding.

Skylark, urged on by Col, started a loop-de-loop, leaving Col hooting and Connie half-laughing and half-screaming. It was followed in succession by a number of moves that were much, much higher than his level, carried out with expertise by companion and creature.

"You've gotten better!" Connie gasped as Skylark took another sudden dive. "You're really good now. You always were, actually."

Crystal wasn't doing too bad herself. A mischievous glint in her eye and an excited snort from Cloudless, the two had practically done a circus act in the sky. Of course, they still looked like amateurs next to Col, but their flying was still impressive.

After a while, the two pegasi eventually landed.

"That was great!" Crystal gushed to Cloudless, then turned to Skylark and Col. "You guys were awesome! How did you do that?"

"Col's on the British squad," Connie smiled.

"That's so cool!" Crystal replied, her eyes widening. "Would you teach me some tricks?"

"Sure," Col grinned.

It felt really good to be appreciated. He was really glad that there was another Pegasus rider in the vicinity.

"What level are you?" he asked, curious.

"I haven't taken my exams yet," Crystal sighed, "but I will soon. Then I'll be grade two. The practical exams are so bad, but they're really boring- you hardly get to do anything exciting, really. My theory is just fail."

"Exactly!" Col beamed. "I mean, they're really strict- they don't even let you do the Athenian Dive until you're-"

"Hey, erm, I think I'd better be going," Connie said softly. "Sorry, Col, bye Crystal! Gotta rush for dinner!"

Col felt a pang of guilt as he realised that he had almost forgotten about her. But it was really exciting being able to talk to someone who could understand him about the pegasi. Still…

"Hey, I'll walk you home," he offered.

"Nah, it's okay," Connie shook her head, smiling. "I just remembered I have to go for dinner. You guys stay here."

"Bye, Connie!" Crystal waved. "It was really nice meeting you."

Reluctantly, Col watched her go, still slightly guilty, but he was reassured by Connie's words. Turning back, he continued his conversation with Crystal.

"Oi, Col!"

Col turned around at the call of his name. Rat was waving frantically to him, grinning away as he ran to his side.

"What's up?"

A/N: I've been feeling pretty discouraged about the lack of reviews lately. I mean, three chapters already and only a measly five?

I had more hits, but to me, reviews matter the most. Don't you hate it when someone reads your story, maybe even adds it to their favourite stories, but don't bother to review? Urgh.

I also want to focus on stories. If this one isn't getting many reviews, I'll probably close it. Sure, I'll write the whole story for myself (and maybe even for Angelmail- thanks! :D), but yeah.

Soo….. PLEASE read and review? :) (Virtual cookies and hugs given :DD)

Oh yeah- I'm going to Australia for a few days, so I won't be able to write much. Bye!

Again, REEEEAAAAAADDDD ANDDDDDD REEEEEVVVVIIIIIEEEEEEWWWWW! :D