Wow, it's been a while! Sorry about the long wait, here we go again!

----------Chapter 2----------

I want to belong somewhere…..

Dawn began to ascend on the rocky landscape. Alexis rose from her sheets, her back aching from the rocky ground. After running out of Akafubu's tent, she knew she couldn't go back. She could never belong among the villagers. She was a burden, not a blessing.It's time I find out who I am.

It had been two days since she left Kibombo. Where should she go? What should she do?

Her thoughts were shattered by rustling in nearby bushes. Alexis quickly pulled out her small blade, her favourite one with the amber beads. Her footing precise, she edged closer to the bush. No escape now. Her focus sharp, Alexis swiped the dagger across the centre of the hedge. Blood dripped onto the dirt.

"YEAAGGGH!" A tiny squeal emerged from the leaves and a small blue creature jumped out. Alexis stepped back, half out of shock, the other out of amazement.

"What the hell?" the creature yelled at her. "That hurt! Why you do that?" A large gash on its claw-like tail was dripping blood.

"Wh-what are you?" cried Alexis, dropping her blade. "Are you a demon?"

"Demon? Ha!" laughed the creature. "I'm what you call a Djinni! My name's Hail, if you're wondering. What's yours?" Hail jumped over to Alexis and sat on her knee.

"It's…Alexis. You're not mad about the gash?"

"You kidding? I'm happy you can even see me! I've been here so long now, but you're the first person to see me for so long!" Hail smiled (well Alexis thinks she saw a smile!) Alexis looked into the Djinni's yellow eyes. "So only I can see you?" I AM different! Hail nodded "Yup yup! This'll sound weird but, can I go with you, wherever you're going? I can help you out!"

Alexis picked up her blade and wiped the blood off. Take it with me? Why not? At least I wont' be lonely anymore..

"Sure you can, Hail!" The little Djinni squealed again and jumped onto Alexis' chest. Suddenly a flash of light emerged from the two and Hail melded into the young girl's body. Alexis felt a great warmth emerging from this creature, as well as a feeling of comfort. "Don't worry Alexis" said Hail's voice "I'm only a call away. You're stuck with me now!"

The light faded and returned to the rocky landscape. Alexis rose and returned the blade to her sheath. I know I'll find what I'm looking for now. And with that, she continued on her journey

Sorry the chapter's so short; I just need to get into it again lol.

Hope you enjoy!