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To the reader: Some of these characters are made up by me, others are owned by Tamora Pierce. Don't sue me, I'm a kid and I've only got a 4 dollar allowance! And by the way, Niomi is pronounced "NIGH-oh-ME." Oh yeah, sorry to all you people who think that Joren should be the villain, because he isn't, BUT, he does get insulted a lot, so I hope that make you happy! Argh, one other thing, whenever things are in brackets ( ), it means I, as the author is talking to you, usually pointing out something funny.
BY THE WAY: No one guessed who the shadow-lurking character is, I don't think. It's most un-obvious, since I haven't set any clues yet. You'll find out soon... Read on!!! But one more thing: here's some clues, see if ya'll can guess who it is before reading this part: clue #1, someone or SOMETHING; clue #2 (this is probably gonna give it away) remember the books.
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As Niomi crept along the halls, she felt as though she was being watched. Once in a while she would think she saw glinting in the darkness, and a strange, eerie feeling of an intelligent force. Every time she heard the slightest noise, even just the quiet tapping of her own feet, she'd leap into the shadows, then suddenly realize that it had been only she herself, or the raging storm outside, and continue along.
Finally, Niomi came to her destination. Since she could not sleep, the girl had discovered that she was starving, and that was the reason. She opened the kitchen door, trying to be as quiet as possible. Instead, it creaked loudly, making her grit her teeth and step inside. Because she had not wanted to make the noise again, she left the door open.
Niomi was sure she'd just seen something move, and then decided it had just been her imagination. She took the flint stones (no not the cave men) and lit a candle on the table. The flame made the shadows dance against the walls, which gave Niomi another eerie feeling that made goose-bumps appear on her skin.
She shuffled around the palace kitchen, getting food and drink out. Then she made a small sandwich and poured a goblet of milk. Niomi sat down at the heavy wooden table and ate her little snack quietly. Then when she had finished, and was about to leave after putting the dishes in the large water basin to be washed in the morning...
A creak and thump sounded behind her. Someone had shut the door. The girl flipped around. And standing there was...
A dragon.
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The creature cocked its head to the side. It was light blue with slanted, intelligent eyes. The thing let out a shrill whistle and proceeded over to the girl, whom backed away. Silly mortals, it thought. The girl suddenly planted herself firmly, hands on her hips.
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"Excuse me," said Niomi to the dragon. "But I'll have you know that I am not at all silly. And you should mind your manners."
You can hear me? the dragon inquired.
"Of course I can hear you," said the girl. "It's as plain as anything. Should I not be able to hear you?"
It's odd, the dragon said. I've never met a girl, either than Daine of course, who could understand dragons. Daine can't even understand me yet, though I think she's beginning to. By the way, my name is Skysong, but you can call me Kitten. Everyone else does. And I'm not an it, I'll have you know, but am quite female.
"I didn't call you an 'it'", Niomi said.
No, but you were thinking it, the dragon remarked as she trotted over to the mortal. The girl sat down and held out her fingers to the beautiful creature.
"So you know what I'm thinking," said the girl. "Just as I know what you're thinking. How odd."
Not really, said Kitten. I think it's a form of Wild Magic, except, with Immortals. You may very well be an Immortal.
"I highly doubt that," she said. "I never thought you'd be so intelligent."
What do you mean?
"Well, I mean, aren't you a bit young? The books say that it'll be a few centuries before you're mature."
Yes, well, it isn't often they hear young dragons, is it? I do believe you are the only mortal who can. Anyway, I must be off, before Daine misses me. I hope to see you again, Niomi.
And with that, the dragon was gone in a blink.
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So, how was it? Sorry it was so short. Not who you expected, eh? And I apologize if you think Kitten's out of character, because, well, she is. But that's kinda the point, isn't it? Oh yeah, sorry about any spelling mistakes. I was thinking of a title... but not sure if it'll fit. Anyway, gimme a title in the reviews (A GOOD ONE) or else... Or else.... Or else I won't post anymore. Muahahahaha! I lvoe saying that. Cool power, to speak to dragons. I'll bet Daine would be jealous...
ONE MORE THING: Someone witnessed the meeting between Niomi and Kitten. You'll guess you it is, I know you will, you smart bunch of people who are going to give me a title (OR ELSE!)
Well, bye then.
To the reader: Some of these characters are made up by me, others are owned by Tamora Pierce. Don't sue me, I'm a kid and I've only got a 4 dollar allowance! And by the way, Niomi is pronounced "NIGH-oh-ME." Oh yeah, sorry to all you people who think that Joren should be the villain, because he isn't, BUT, he does get insulted a lot, so I hope that make you happy! Argh, one other thing, whenever things are in brackets ( ), it means I, as the author is talking to you, usually pointing out something funny.
BY THE WAY: No one guessed who the shadow-lurking character is, I don't think. It's most un-obvious, since I haven't set any clues yet. You'll find out soon... Read on!!! But one more thing: here's some clues, see if ya'll can guess who it is before reading this part: clue #1, someone or SOMETHING; clue #2 (this is probably gonna give it away) remember the books.
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As Niomi crept along the halls, she felt as though she was being watched. Once in a while she would think she saw glinting in the darkness, and a strange, eerie feeling of an intelligent force. Every time she heard the slightest noise, even just the quiet tapping of her own feet, she'd leap into the shadows, then suddenly realize that it had been only she herself, or the raging storm outside, and continue along.
Finally, Niomi came to her destination. Since she could not sleep, the girl had discovered that she was starving, and that was the reason. She opened the kitchen door, trying to be as quiet as possible. Instead, it creaked loudly, making her grit her teeth and step inside. Because she had not wanted to make the noise again, she left the door open.
Niomi was sure she'd just seen something move, and then decided it had just been her imagination. She took the flint stones (no not the cave men) and lit a candle on the table. The flame made the shadows dance against the walls, which gave Niomi another eerie feeling that made goose-bumps appear on her skin.
She shuffled around the palace kitchen, getting food and drink out. Then she made a small sandwich and poured a goblet of milk. Niomi sat down at the heavy wooden table and ate her little snack quietly. Then when she had finished, and was about to leave after putting the dishes in the large water basin to be washed in the morning...
A creak and thump sounded behind her. Someone had shut the door. The girl flipped around. And standing there was...
A dragon.
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The creature cocked its head to the side. It was light blue with slanted, intelligent eyes. The thing let out a shrill whistle and proceeded over to the girl, whom backed away. Silly mortals, it thought. The girl suddenly planted herself firmly, hands on her hips.
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"Excuse me," said Niomi to the dragon. "But I'll have you know that I am not at all silly. And you should mind your manners."
You can hear me? the dragon inquired.
"Of course I can hear you," said the girl. "It's as plain as anything. Should I not be able to hear you?"
It's odd, the dragon said. I've never met a girl, either than Daine of course, who could understand dragons. Daine can't even understand me yet, though I think she's beginning to. By the way, my name is Skysong, but you can call me Kitten. Everyone else does. And I'm not an it, I'll have you know, but am quite female.
"I didn't call you an 'it'", Niomi said.
No, but you were thinking it, the dragon remarked as she trotted over to the mortal. The girl sat down and held out her fingers to the beautiful creature.
"So you know what I'm thinking," said the girl. "Just as I know what you're thinking. How odd."
Not really, said Kitten. I think it's a form of Wild Magic, except, with Immortals. You may very well be an Immortal.
"I highly doubt that," she said. "I never thought you'd be so intelligent."
What do you mean?
"Well, I mean, aren't you a bit young? The books say that it'll be a few centuries before you're mature."
Yes, well, it isn't often they hear young dragons, is it? I do believe you are the only mortal who can. Anyway, I must be off, before Daine misses me. I hope to see you again, Niomi.
And with that, the dragon was gone in a blink.
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So, how was it? Sorry it was so short. Not who you expected, eh? And I apologize if you think Kitten's out of character, because, well, she is. But that's kinda the point, isn't it? Oh yeah, sorry about any spelling mistakes. I was thinking of a title... but not sure if it'll fit. Anyway, gimme a title in the reviews (A GOOD ONE) or else... Or else.... Or else I won't post anymore. Muahahahaha! I lvoe saying that. Cool power, to speak to dragons. I'll bet Daine would be jealous...
ONE MORE THING: Someone witnessed the meeting between Niomi and Kitten. You'll guess you it is, I know you will, you smart bunch of people who are going to give me a title (OR ELSE!)
Well, bye then.