Starflight had woken up in what looked like hospital beds but in reality, it was a giant bedroom. There were five other dragonets there. One Nightwing, one Mudwing, one Skywing, one sandwing, and one Seawing. He had a bad feeling about those dragonets. He really hoped his friends were okay. How long had he been out? By the moons where was he now? The room was dark but he quickly found a door that led out of the room. He snuck out and was careful not to make any noise. After a few hours, he found the way out and was shocked to see where or rather what he was standing on.

''So this is where the Nightwings have been for so long. They have lived on this volcanic island.'' He thought out loud. He felt scared. His friends were miles away and he didn't know what to do. He wanted to curl up in a ball and just lay there. But he quickly got hold of himself and got up from the ground. He launched himself into the air and into the clouds high above.

(If you want to add to this scene listen to ''Once upon a time by Adrian Von Ziegler and start the song at 25 seconds.)

The night sky above the clouds was beautiful. The stars shone brightly and the two of the three moons were full. Starflight could also see a barely visible northern light. It was colored green and it was a beautiful sight. It shone like a beacon of hope. This was something different. Fresh air, the feeling of cold air on his scales was wonderful and the stars and the moons made this moment so much more special. He felt free, he felt like nothing mattered. Starflight could not help but actually smile. It was worth it. Sneaking out of that prison just to feel so happy, so free. Yet he felt like he shouldn't leave that island just yet.

He had to learn about the Nightwings. He wanted to know what they were planning. But on the other talon. What about his friends? They must think that he had left them for the nightwings. He flew down towards the island. He landed on the ash filled beach. He looked around and was surprised to see a tunnel there and no dragons currently guarding it. He walked closer to inspect the tunnel. Maybe it was the second tunnel? They had found two tunnels. One led to the sand kingdom and the other was unknown. They didn't know where it led to and it almost seemed like no one wanted to know where it led either.

Starflight was careful to fully inspect the tunnel opening to make sure it was safe. He tried to relax as he carefully walked down the tunnel. He heard a noise and was surprised to see a familiar face.

Dusk had his mind focused on finding Starflight and bringing him back to the others. That was his goal right now. He couldn't have Tsunami and Sunny fighting like that. He really didn't like being there if everyone was fighting. No he had to get Starflight back. He looked in the direction of the rainforest. He didn't like leaving like that and he was pretty sure Sunny was already worried. The tunnel was long and dark. Dusk was glad he was part Nightwing. It made it easier to blend in with the tunnel just in case someone were to go after him. Which he could almost guarantee since he wasn't supposed to go after Starflight at all.

Dusk heard a sound. He was sure it was footsteps. Someone was coming. He then came face to face with a familiar face.

''Starflight?'' Asked Dusk.

''Dusk?'' Asked Starflight.

''What are you doing here?'' They both said at the same time.

''You first.'' Said Starflight.

''I came looking for you. Everyone is worried and some of us fear the worst. Tsunami is sure that you left us for the Nightwings.'' Said Dusk.

''That does sound an awfully like Tsunami. I was captured while i was guarding the tunnel. I was able to sneak away but i think i need to go back.'' Said Starflight looking back at where he came from.

''Just be careful, alright. Can't have my friends dying.'' Said Dusk with a slightly worried tone.

Starflight nodded. ''This scares me and i would rather go back. But i am the only one who can do this.''

Dusk Thought about it for a moment. ''What if i came with you?''

Starflight shook his head. ''I don't think it's such a good idea. They will see that you are different in no time. And with you being a hybrid, i don't think they would have accepted you.''

Dusk nodded. ''Alright, good luck Starflight.''

Starflight gave him a smile. ''Thanks. I might need it.''

Dusk made his way back to the rainforest and quickly regretted it. Tsunami, Clay, and Sunny sat there waiting. None of them looked happy with his decision to run away and find Starflight.

Tsunami was the first one to say anything. ''Dusk, why do you do stupid things like this? Running away to find Starflight? With your leg and ribs? Are you serious? Your decisions make me so mad at times. Why do you think that going into that animus tunnel ever was a good idea? There could have been over a hundred Nightwings waiting on the other side.''

Dusk was beginning to feel a little frustrated with Tsunami now. ''But there wasn't! Okay, I know it's stupid but why should i not at least try? Plus i found him. He was able to sneak out and explore the whole island. I met him in the tunnel.''

''What?!'' Yelled Clay and Sunny.

''But why isn't he here?'' Asked Clay.

''He wanted to find out what the Nightwings are up to. He went back to the island. I wanted to go with him in case he needed help. But he would not let me.'' Said Dusk looking away from the others.

''I can see why.'' Said Sunny.

''Why?'' Asked Dusk.

''He wanted to make sure you were safe. he wants that for all of us. That's just how Starflight is. He always thinks safety first.'' Said Sunny.

''That does sound a lot like Starflight.'' Said Dusk.

Tsunami nodded. ''I am still angry. He should have gone back to talk with us about it.''

''It's his decision to make Tsunami.'' Said Clay

''I told him to be careful. And since it's Starflight.'' Said Dusk. ''I guess you can figure out the rest of that sentence.''

They all started to walk back to the rainwing village. Sunny had to help Dusk a little bit to get him going. She could see that his ribs had not fully healed yet.

The dragonet's had chosen a platform higher up in the trees to stay a bit more hidden. This however made it a little difficult for Dusk. He could not fly as well as he could before his fight with Storm and had to take it slow. He collapsed on the platform floor as soon as he got up. Tsunami looked at him with an unimpressed expression while Sunny came to help him to the beds they had up there. Clay sat at his bed and ate some fruit and berries. He looked satisfied with his food.

Dusk gave a small chuckle when he saw Clay.

Tsunami was already half-sleeping in her bed and Sunny had found her spot and was curled up in her bed. Dusk made his way to the balcony. No clouds at all, open sky as far as the eye could see. one of the three moons were full and the last two were barely visible. The stars were shining bright and he could see a faint purple color in the sky. A lot of stars were in that area in the sky.

''Must be another galaxy.'' Said Dusk to himself.

Dusk wanted to do nothing else than fly right now. Just fly around in the night. But he couldn't and it made him sad in a way. He felt such an urge to just jump off the balcony and just fly but he held back because he knew what would happen if he did. The only other dragon he knew that was probably feeling the same thing was Starflight. But he was hundreds of miles away.

Dusk looked back in the little treehouse. Everyone was sleeping. He looked up in the sky again, The moon had moved a lot. Had he been awake so long without even realizing it?

He then heard wing beats coming towards the platform. A dragoness landed on the balcony. It was Glory.

''Dusk? What are you doing up at this hour?'' Asked Glory.

''I was looking at the stars and the moons. And i didn't even realize that so much time had gone by before now.'' Said Dusk with a yawn.

Glory tilted her head. ''Hmm, you should go to sleep.''

''Yeah, what have you been doing?'' Asked Dusk.

''A lot of things and i am finally done for the day and now i want my sleep.'' Said Glory walking in and finding a place to sleep.

Dusk found himself a spot near Sunny and went to sleep.

Starflight hadn't slept that night. He had kept himself awake. How could he sleep? He was surrounded by dragons he didn't know and most of them were probably hostile. There was a Seawing, a Sandwing, another Nightwing, a Skywing and a Mudwing there all looking like they were around his age. Why were they here? What reason did these dragonets have for being out here? He wouldn't have to wonder for long since a giant Nightwing burst through the door moments later. Morrowseer.

''You come with me.'' Said Morrowseer looking at Starflight.

''Why?'' Asked Starflight curiously.

''The queen wants to see you.'' Said Morrowseer.

Okay so this chapter was short i know. But i wanted to end it there. And the reason why i haven't posted any chapters in over a month is because i have had no time at all to write. Constant school work and with me having a busy life at the moment doesn't make writing easy. I am trying to write when i have time so i hope to get the next chapter out soon. I love writing this story and i am having fun when i write so i am not going to quit any time soon. Anyways see you guys in the next one.