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Nuka,

Beast Master Chidi

Hello! Wow, I've gotten 8 reviews and I haven't done more then 2 chapters of this! That's my record broken! Thanks reviewers! Oh yeah and I saw Ice Age 2 last weekend, so I won't have to worry about the actual movie and this story clashing one another. Anyway, sorry for the long wait and here's chapter 2 Oh and I'd liked to thank Vixie for telling me the chief's name.

Chapter Two:

Calm Before the Storm

"N-No, but, I-it's just…" Roshan stuttered. Memories of that cave flashed back and forth in his mind, of that dreaded day he ventured away from the village, by himself for the very first time… Well, the first time the he remembered. He was only five winters old when it happened, his so-called 'baby sitter' had left him unattended and to wander away from the village.

Roshan was very fascinated by the wilderness around him, even if he was only a few feet away from his home. His innocent eyes scoped the landscape until it rested on some sort of shelter. It wasn't like the tents back at his home, but it looked pleasing.

I wonder who lives there? Roshan thought. Only one way to find out! The little adventurer giggled. He waddled his way inside the dark, murky cave, unaware of the danger lurking within. Two eyes, preying eyes watched the little hairless wonder into the cave, as it came closer and closer to him. A growl escaped the lurker's lips, taking a few steps forward towards its prey.

Roshan heard the noise and turned around to face it. A pair of green, glowing eyes glared at him with hunger in them. A whimper escaped Roshan's lips as he backed away from the creature, his instincts and his beating heart telling him this was not a safe place! A roar shattered the cave walls, and out of the dark the horrifying creature showed himself!

Those eyes belonged none other to the second highest predator on the food chain! Humans came first of course. The Saber Tooth Tiger licked his lips of the drool hanging off his mouth, revealing his razor sharp fangs. Though this creature seemed to be a saber, it was slightly different from the average ones. It's fur, instead of being a light gold color, was dark and gray, not to mention it had a few rough patches. The size of him was enough to scare off even his own kind, what a monster!

"You're going to make a good meal, little one." Words escaped the saber's mouth.

"'Gasp'! You can talk!" Roshan cried, staring in awe at the creature, when he should have been fearing for his own life. The gray saber smirked, closing in on his prey.

"Well aren't you a smart human?" The saber chuckled under his breath. He did not seem surprised that the little one could communicate with him. "It's too bad I have to eat you…" Another thunderous roar echoed the cave, the mad creature jumped into the air and was ready to pounce his kill!

Unfortunately, he didn't strike quick enough and was knocked into the wall. The Saber glared at the creature that dared to disrupt his meal. Until he realized who the creature was.

Runar (The chief) held his spear at the creature, steaming with anger. He grunted a threat at the fellow hunter that the saber could not comprehend. The saber was smart enough to know when he was beat, so the hunter ran off into the valley to never be seen again.

"Roshan! Are you all right? Don't you dare scare me like that again!" Runar chided, picking up his infant son into his arms. Roshan cried into his Daddy's shoulder, not wanting to let go of him. So this was why Runar never let anyone leave the village alone… now Roshan understood… but he learned that lesson the hard way…

And now eight years later he is still afraid of the dark and all caves. It only takes one trauma to develop your fears…

"Come on Roshan, you'll be fine…" So old Runar took Roshan's hand and guided him through the valley of darkness. It was strange that Roshan had felt like a little kid again. His dad had always showed him the way, through good or bad, or for better or worse. But that was what families were supposed to do for each other, right? But the problem for Roshan was that he was going to be a man. And he needed to be able to take care of himself. He couldn't run to his father every time he had a problem, he wasn't always going to be there. "Here we are." Runar grinned, before taking a few steps before they reached another opening.

Roshan thought he was lucky, at least his dad couldn't see the horrified face he had. Cold shudders ran up and down his back, and it wasn't because winter was coming soon.

Why couldn't I be afraid of sloths, like Nuka? Roshan thought to himself. Runar removed the fur curtains. Inside, sat with his legs crossed, was an old man. He had long white hair and red face paint painted onto him, everywhere. Strange patterns decorated him; all shapes and sizes.

"Good to see you again, my old friend." The old man spoke rising up to greet Runar. They shared a hug before shaking hands, showing a sign of respect they had for one another. The shaman's sky blue eyes turned to Roshan, who was standing in the corner, silent and still.

"It is good to see you, Beast Master Chidi." Runar smiled. Beast Master Chidi? What was a beast master? "I would like you to meet my son, Roshan…" Runar gestured towards Roshan. Chidi's eyes lit up in awe as he studied the green-eyed boy standing there. Suddenly the old man grabbed Roshan's face to get a closer look at him.

"Ah!" Roshan cried.

"So YOU'RE Roshan!" Chidi smiled happily, nodding his head. "Yes, yes, I've head a lot about you! Oh I've waited years to be able to meet you!"

"Huh? What do you mean? Father, what is he talking about?" Roshan questioned. Runar ignored his son's question, placing a firm grip on Chidi's shoulder.

"Chidi, he does not know about what happened." Runar whispered.

"HUH? WHY THE HECK NOT!" Chidi yelled at the top of his lungs.

"Shh!" Runar chided. "Because I have not told him yet!"

"Why not?"

"Because I want him to have a normal upbringing, I promised his mother that!"

"Well I didn't have a normal upbringing, and I turned out fine, didn't I?" Runar raised an eyebrow at Chidi who was staring up at him with a toothy grin… well it would have been toothy if he didn't have just the one tooth.

"Uh…"

"What are you two talking about?" Roshan asked.

"Roshan! Haven't I told you it's rude to eavesdrop!" Runar smiled nervously. "Now, why don't we get down to business. Chidi, my son here about to go through his man trials soon and I want you to help him pass them." A grin perched the old man and a glint shimmered in his eyes.

"Really? Well you came to the right man Runar! I'm the best man to come to for advice! Sit down Roshan!" Chidi grabbed Roshan's sleeve and heaved him onto the rugged floor. "Give me your hands and I will tell you, your future as a man!" Roshan's eyes widened at the words of I will tell you, and future.

"Hahahaha! You! Tell me my future? That's a laugh!" Roshan chuckled. "Forgive me Chidi, but I don't believe in all that 'fortune' telling lark. No one can know the future, it's impossible!" Chidi narrowed his eyes at the boy. Runar stood in the corner unforgotten, but slapped his forehead. I knew I should have warned him about making fun of Chidi's gift?

"Is that so!" Chidi cringed. "Well listen up Pinky! I bet you five chickens that everything I tell you about your future comes true within this year!"

"Deal! But I would also like to add more to the consequences of our bet! The loser has to run around the village in his underwear, holding a sign. If you lose, your sign will sat 'I'm a big fat fake!'"

"And if you lose, your sign will say 'I was outsmarted by a Shaman! Ps. I've got a big fat mouth!' You've got a deal sonny!" The two rivals shook hands, grinning with pride.

"Can you continue, so I can go home?" Runar asked.

"Hn. No problem." Chidi snapped. He held Roshan's hands and closed them tightly. "Close your eyes boy, and clear your mind." He instructed. The boy reluctantly followed them, due to his father's presence. A strange aurora filled the room, clouding everyone's minds with serenity and peace. "There will be many storms you'll have to ride out this year my boy… An old enemy will be coming back, to haunt you and your family if you do not face your fears…"

Old enemy? I have no enemies! Well, unless you can count Tural and Ilkin. Roshan thought.

"Not only an villain will come back into your life, but an old friend, actually I should say, old friends." Chidi informed him. Old friends? Who could he be talking about? All my friends have been with me through out my entire life. Nuka, Wayra and Serik have been there for me all my life.

"They will help you in your toughest time. Do not be to willing to grow up fast Roshan, it will lead you into more trouble then you could ever imagine. Don't rush into the storm."

Pfft. This old guy is crazy… I bet he doesn't even know what he's talking about. Besides, what's wrong with wanting to be a man? I'm the chief's son, if I don't learn how to look after myself, how can I look after a whole village of people?

"Let your heart guide you through your darkest times. Who knows, it could lead you to what you want in more ways then one. Especially if you are seeing one of your friends through different eyes." Chidi preached, that cheesy smile never leaving his face.

He's turning this into a cliché. Let your heart guide you through the darkest times? I've heard that old line in fairy tales. Men don't follow their hearts; they use their brawn to solve problems. Too bad I got the brains instead. And what the heck is he talking about? What does he mean by different eyes? I hope he's not going to put someone else eyes into my sockets, eww!

"Oh you know what I mean young Roshan." Chidi smirked, as if he had read Roshan's mind. "Love will be in the air soon for you. Just be patient and it will come. There's no shame in being a late bloomer."

Late bloomer? Roshan thought angrily. Why was he blushing! He knew it was impossible for him to get a girl, he was unlucky in love. Almost every girl in the village broke his heart; without even saying two words to them, they would shun him. The chief's son crossed his arms and pouted.

"That's all I have seen for now, young Roshan. I hope that information was very helpful." Chidi couldn't control his laughter from escaping as he pointed and smirked at the blushing boy. Runar sighed and patted his son on the shoulder.

"Don't mind him son, in the field of romance, Chidi teases everyone!" Runar chuckled, but still Roshan was fuming. Runar bid his goodbye to the insane beast master, and left the caves, Roshan storming ahead of him. "Hehe, he really annoys you, doesn't he?"

"Well DUH!" Roshan started. "I'm surprised you can stand him! I know you're the calmest guy in the whole valley, but come on! The guy's annoying!"

"I thought the same thing when I first met him." Runar grinned. "After I found out that I was arranged to your mother, Chidi told me the first time I saw her, I would be at my knees. And I was, funny enough. It was love at first sight." He chuckled, scratching the back of his neck. At this, his son frowned, taking an interest in the floor.

"Do you think he was right? About all that stuff he said?" Roshan asked. "Oh son, Chidi isn't always right. All fortunetellers aren't always right! They always make a mistake once in awhile. Chidi told me you were going to be a girl, I was very surprised when you were born." Runar said, laying his hands on his shoulders. "I will protect you from anyone who tries to hurt you. You have the whole tribe behind you."

Boy, I wish I could believe that. Roshan thought. "Thanks Dad." He smiled; despite of the doubts he hid inside him. "Well, I'm gonna hit the sack…"

"You better, it's past sunrise." Runar grinned. "Good night son."

"Night Dad…" And Roshan retired to his tent for the night. The smile on Runar's face soon disappears. He brings one of his men forward, and whispers quietly, "Keep an eye on my son at all times. I think someone might be after his head again…" The passer by nodded, and Runar retreated into the land of nod in his tent.

End of Chapter Two

I know, again, it was short. But if I don't take my time with this story, it will end up being rubbish. So thank you for being patient and happy Easter! Bye…