Sorry for a late update. I have had writers block, so this is a short chapter. Shout-outs:

rosetta and sled- 1) no problem and hope you do well, 2) the idea actually came to me when I was looking over the OCs

Guest (1)- glad you liked it

terrance and tinkerbell- yeah, I think the way she affected the story was a nice touch as well

black cat- glad you liked it, and updates might come in slower

i luv milarion- I was actually thinking of having your OC instead, but thought Sunbeam would fit better into the story

fanfictionlover02- the flashbacks? the reuniting?

Guest (2)- updates may come in slower so hold your horses

xMeganful- glad you liked it, and its okay.

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Chapter 11

Five days after David had ran away, things had gone back to normal. Sunbeam was reunited with her friends, Tinker Bell and the others were glad David was back safe and sound, and the Ministers had given David the freedom he deserved. David was now at the very top of the Pixie Dust Tree, enjoying the pleasant view. He thought about how things had changed for him. He was brought out of his thoughts by Tinker Bell, who had arrived a few seconds ago.

"Hey, how's it going?" David looked up to see Tinker Bell sitting down next to him.

"Nothing much, really. Just thinking, about things," David said.

"David, I was really worried about you. You disappeared without a trace. The Ministers and Queen Clarion were worried sick."

David's expression turned grim, "There is a reason why I left, but you wouldn't believe me if I told you."

Tinker Bell turned towards David, her face serious, "Try me."

David began with how it started, the Minister's conversation about restricting his freedom. He continued on to his fear of losing his friends, especially Tinker Bell. Then, he told her about his idea to run away and how the Tree had supplied him with the special items. Finally, he told her about his escape and how he met Sunbeam. Once he had finished, he waited for Tinker Bell's reaction. When none came, he looked up and saw Tinker Bell's expression. She looked more apologetic than disbelieving.

"So, you left because you thought it would lead you to your destiny. And the end result was Sunbeam."

"More or less," David replied "I think that there's something more though. If this was the end of that path," he pulled out the golden sphere which Tinker Bell looked at wonderingly, "then is that it? Is that the only thing that I was supposed to do? Save a lost fairy?" The orb flashed for a second, and David heard the Tree's voice.

"Its not that simple David. This was merely one of many paths that lead to your destiny." The familiar glow came from the orb, enveloping David and Tinker Bell, bringing them to the golden room. Tinker Bell looked around in panic, wondering what had happened. "Do not be afraid, young one." Tinker Bell turned to the voice and saw the figure. "You are still at the peak of the Tree, but the three of us are communicating at once."

David stepped forward and said, "Okay, enough with the introductories, tell me what you meant. How many more paths are there?"

"We cannot say for certain, but there are many. These paths must be completed, and then, the One path shall lead you to your destiny."

Tinker Bell was still shocked, and said, "Hold on, what's going on? What he meant? Paths to destiny? The One path?"

David moved to Tinker Bell and said reassuringly, "It's okay Tink. I've had my share of confusion. I guess they should tell you."

"They?" Tink said, unsure of what he meant. The figure stepped forward and began to once again cycle through the past fairies and sparrow men, explaining again who they were and about David's destiny.

"His destiny is shrouded in mystery, but one thing is certain; his journey must not be walked alone. He will need allies, those that David can trust and cooperate with. Two of these allies have been found. They are you and the fairy known as Sunbeam. The journey he left on was not to run away from his problems, but to find an ally." Tinker Bell sat on the floor of the golden room, placing her head in her hands.

"This is all just confusing. I mean, all this talk of destiny just makes me wonder."

Tinker Bell shot up again, and said, "Wait, what happens when David finds his destiny? Will he be alright? Will he get lost?"

The figure stared, and continued, "We can only say this. When his destiny is at hand, he will know what to do. We must leave you, others are about to discover your unconscious bodies at the top of the Tree. Farewell." Before either of them could say anything, they felt themselves being pulled back into reality.

Everything became dark, and David could hear someone saying, "David...David...Wake up." David's eyes opened, and he saw Sunbeam was hovering over him. He looked down and saw Tinker Bell had fallen onto his chest and was also trying to wake up. "You two alright?" Tinker Bell regained from consciousness, and saw that she was on top of David. She shot up and pretended as if nothing had happened. "Don't worry, I won't tell anyone about you two." Both David and Tinker Bell began to stutter.

"What? Oh no, she-"

"No, no, we're not a-"

Sunbeam raised a hand, silencing them. "Its okay, really. So, uh, what happened?" David explained a little, and Sunbeam nodded. "Okay, so are there going to be more allies joining us?" David sat down on one of the leaves and looked up at the sky.

"Quite possible, but these paths could also mean something else. Items, locations, events. But what they are, I can't be certain of." David sat back up, legs crossed and continued, "One thing's for certain, you two are a part of that destiny." He stood and embraced them both, continuing, "And I wouldn't have it any other way."

Aw, tender moment. NO HE WILL NOT FALL IN LOVE WITH SUNBEAM! I ALREADY STATED TINK X OC. Sorry, I'm tired from the mass update I just did and I'm not in one of my better moods. R&R, PM, and zzz...