Author's note- Heya! Sorry for the long update, I went to Chicago for four days to watch my brother Matt graduate from Navy Basic Training. Anyways, we are getting close to the end of the first part of this duo, or trilogy (I haven't decided yet). Only about 3-4 chapters left. Until then, keep on reading.

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Chapter 14- Departure

Rayde was in his room, packing for the trip to the Chronicler, so he can possibly find his book, and get his memories back. All he was packing was clothes, since the elder said he would provide supplies. As he was packing he heard a knock on his door.

Rayde looked up curiously, "Who is it?" he shouted. A familiar voice replied, "You wouldn't remember unless you see my face." Rayde was now even more curious, he went to the door and opened it, surprised to see the thief he encountered on the day that Drome attacked, the one who broke his wrist.

The thief was a dark red color, with a single white strip across the side of his face, his right hand in a cast. The thief looked troubled, as if he had a revelation. "I know this is kinda sudden," The thief spoke, "But I took your advice, I went to the elders. They asked me a lot of questions, and I mean a lot of questions," Rayde smiled at this as the feline continued, "And they gave me a job in their military, I am now a strategist, I make battle plans for armies to follow in combat."

Rayde looked at the feline and said, "Then you deserve this." He walked over to his bed, reached underneath it, and pulled out a sword wrapped in cloth. It was the sword Rayde took from him. Rayde walked back over to him, and handed him the sword. Rayde then said, "And I suppose you have come to thank me haven't you?"

The feline took the sword, and said, "Yes, indeed I owe much to you. I hope you have no hard feelings over how I acted that day." Then the feline held out his hand, which Rayde shook instantly. "Of course I don't have any hard feelings," Rayde said, "To me, all it takes is a little motivation to change a man's fate."

The feline replied, "Is that what you intend to do with Drome?" Rayde shook his head and said, "He had his chance when his father died, and when Malefor cursed his race. That man will not change, and what he has become is a crime." The feline smiled and said, "You speak like a wise man, I guess you may take after the main elder. He is an odd character."

Then the feline started to walk away, before he looked back and said, "If your wondering what my name is, it's Coal." With that, Coal walked away. Rayde smiled and thought, Coal huh? Do all of the felines names relate to nature?

Rayde noticed something else, his leg wasn't bothering him anymore. Why do my wounds seem to heal faster than others? Guess it is something that I will have to find out when my memories return. He also noticed his cast on his arm. Maybe I should talk to the elder about this. He thought

Rayde finished packing his cloths and ran out his door, only to bump into Terrador with Sparx on his shoulder on the way out. Terrador started first, "Watch where your walking....Oh Rayde!" Rayde looked up at the green dragon and said, "Uhhhhh, Terrador right?" Rayde asked. Terrador nodded in response, "I see your in a hurry, what's going on?" Terrador asked.

Rayde started to explain what happened, the meeting with the generals, and where he, Spyro, and Cynder were going. Sparx spoke up at the end, "The Chronicler, that old gray dragon that loves to tell stories?" Sparx then said, "Hey, how come I wasn't told about this? Me and Spyro have been almost everywhere and now when he is about to leave he doesn't tell me?" Rayde started chuckling and said, "I bet Spyro wouldn't argue with you coming along, if it is OK with you Terrador."

Terrador thought for a minute before saying, "I have no other things I need you for Sparx. You may go if you wish," Sparx jumped off his shoulder immediately saying, "Of course I'm going, I've been bored out of my mind lately, and this sounds like fun."

Rayde smiled as he waved to Terrador saying, "I guess we will see you later, maybe in a week or so." Terrador nodded and said, "Be careful, I wouldn't be surprised if Drome has sent assassins after you." Rayde laughed and said, "He doesn't want me dead, if he did, he would've overrun the city before challenging me."

Terrador eyed him suspiciously before saying, "How can you be sure of that? Did he tell you his intentions." Rayde replied, "It would take me too long to explain it to you, go consult the elders they should be able to tell you the whole story." Terrador now looked really confused. After a long moment he said, "So be it, I suppose you need to get going anyway, right?" Rayde nodded in response before waving again and leaving, Sparx close behind him.

After a minute or two of walking Sparx asked, "Sooo, whats the deal with your arm?" Rayde looked down at his bandaged arm and said, "I wish I knew myself, whats weird is that I feel no pain. It does feel a little different though, as if something inside me has released itself.....Bah! Probably just a superstition."

Sparx then said, "I wouldn't just throw it aside. When I was adventuring with Spyro we saw some really freaky things. On one case, Spyro turned a jet black color, and his eyes were blank. It happened right after he killed Gaul, he almost tried to kill me and Cynder."

Some thing surprised Rayde, he then asked, "You said he turned black, do you know what caused it?" Sparx shook his head before saying, "No, I didn't see him change, I only saw him after he fought Gaul."

Once they reached the bottom of the stairs, they found Spyro, Cynder, the elder, and to both of their surprises Hunter. Sparx said to Hunter, "I suppose your coming along too?" Hunter nodded before saying, "I would guess you are coming along as well. Yes, I have important business I need to attend to in Fireground, of which I cannot explain."

Rayde then said to Hunter, "Government business?" Hunter looked at him and said, "As I said, I cannot tell you, I cannot even tell the elders." Rayde noticed he said this with anxiousness. He obviously isn't going on official terms, I guess we will have to see later. Rayde thought.

Cynder looked at Sparx before saying, "Your coming along too? Don't you have work to do here?" Sparx replied, "What, you don't want me to come along?"

Rayde opened the supply bag, only to find it halfway full. "How far is it to Fireground?" He asked. Sparx answered this, "About 4 days of travel on foot." Everyone looked at Sparx surprised, "What? I fly about as fast as someone walking, and I have had to fly to Fireground before. I'm not as clueless as before."

Cynder shrugged and said, "I was only saying that you might have work. You didn't need to take it as an insult. I don't mind you coming along, we need someone that makes a funny moment." Sparx just shook his head at this.

The elder then said, "Well, as you may have noticed I didn't pack as many supplies as it would take for a trip halfway across the planet. That is because you will eventually end up at Fireground halfway there. Give this letter to Devon, he is the leader of Fireground. He will give you the rest of your supplies and give you inventions to make your trip faster."

Rayde then said, "What do you mean by 'faster', what kind of inventions does Fireground produce?" The elder only chuckled and said, "Oh You'll see. But I know you will have fun with it." Rayde shook his head and said, "I guess you aren't going to tell me huh?"

The elder chuckled and said, "Now what fun would that be?" Everyone laughed at this.

Spyro then looked at everyone and said, "Well then, should we get going while its still daylight?" Rayde then realized that since he passed out after his fight with Drome, he woke up the next morning (forgot to throw that out there last chapter XD).

Spyro, Cynder, Sparx, Hunter, and Rayde then left the elder, to set out to Fireground wondering what was ahead of them, and what future struggles await then along the way.

(Yes now it's time for a Drome scene)

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Meanwhile at the Mountain of Malefor

Drome was sitting in a chair waiting impatiently, tapping his fingers on the table next to him. We don't have all day, where is he? He thought.

Just then, a cloaked figure walked into the room, this ape was covered in a dark black cloak concealing his face. He had two daggers in his belt, and a bow and quiver strapped across his back. "You called Drome?" the figure asked.

Drome was annoyed, He is the only one that calls me Drome, not Lord Drome. He thought. In a way, he admired his bravery.

Drome then said to the ape, "It is good you came. One of my spies in Warfang has informed me that Rayde has left to Fireground. His intentions are not yet known. I want you to follow him without being seen. We may be able to find out what he is up to during his travels. You should also know that Spyro, Cynder, a feline, and that annoying bug is with them."

The figure looked up so that his mouth was visible, which was smiling, "Sounds like fun, so I need to tail this Rayde and find out what they are doing, should I engage them if I am spotted?"

Drome replied, "No, we need him alive. Along with the others except the bug, but killing him would be a waste of time, not to mention that Spyro would hunt you down and kill you." The ape laughed and said, "Well I wouldn't want that now would I? And my guess is that when I find out their intentions, you want me to report back to you right?"

Drome nodded and said, "You are correct, I have another idea in mind that will make my plans go much smoother than originally anticipated. I am trusting you to this task, tell no one of it. Do this, and you will bring honor to your name, Assassin."

The Assassin looked at Drome and asked, "What are your plans Drome, I'm not the only one who would give a shinny coin to know what your plans are."

Drome glared at him and said, "You will know when it happens." The Assassin stared back and said, "And if it doesn't happen, what then?"

Drome laughed and said, "Oh it will happen, there is already no way to stop it. Now it is only a matter of time."

The Assassin only sighed and said, "Well, I guess I will be on my way." Then the Assassin walked out of the room, leaving Drome alone.

Very soon, you will be standing by my side. And then we will both have our revenge. Drome though smiling deeply.

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RAH SON YAH!!!! I may have said a little much in terms of Drome's plans on that last line, but it was much better than what I originally thought. If you have any idea on what the plan is, PM me and I may tell you if your right, I will only answer once.

Once again I am sorry for the long update, I had very little chance to get on the computer. Next few chapters are going to be prep for the final 2 chapters. Until then, I look forward to reviews.