Legend of the Creator (OmegaDecion)

Arrows and Skeletons

We all headed through the castle until entering a large room. Inside were Skeletons, and skeleton girls practicing with bows. Each one landing direct bulls-eyes in the target with each shot. We walked past those practicing, but found no sign of Skelly.

"Huh, where is-" I didn't get to finish as someone grabbed me from behind.

"Long time no see~" purred a familiar voice. "I was beginning to wonder if you weren't coming."

I chuckled, before facing the princess of the Skeletons. "Wouldn't miss this chance." I replied with a smile.

"Good, because I have a lot to teach you." Skelly smirked, licking her lips.

"Umm...are we still...talking about archery?" I asked nervously.

"That is the reason we're here. Now come." She grabbed my arm, having it sink in her bust as she guided me to an open room with targets and a bow with arrows. "Grab a bow so we may begin." She winked.

I gulped a bit before grabbing the bow and some arrows. I loaded the first arrow and aimed at the target. Taking a deep breath, I pulled the arrow back and focused on the center of the target. I kept it up for a few seconds before letting it go and it flew across the room. The arrow made contact with the target, and it was in the second circle of the target. "Eh, could've been better." I grumbled.

"Not bad for your first try." Skelly smiled. "Let me show you a few tricks." She approached me and helped me load my next arrow. She stood next to me closely, her face next to mine. "Keep your right foot in the back and firmly in place to prevent recoil. Keep your arm in front relaxed and keep a good grip to keep the bow from shaking, or you'll lose aim." Her arms and hands coiled mine to their positions. "Don't pull the arrow back too hard, or the bow will shake and lose concentration and balance. Don't hold your breath or you'll lose concentration in your aim."

"Ok," I did my best to follow her directions. I re aimed the bow, pulled it back slightly less than last time, and steadied my breathing. "Here goes. Training to shoot a bow: take two." I released the arrow. Once again it flew across the room, but this time nailing the bullseye dead center.

"Ha ha! I did it!" I cheered with laughter. Skelly smiled and giggled.

"Well done. You're becoming a pro at this." She replied.

"What's next?" I questioned still proud of myself.

"Now," She took out a cloth and wrapped it around my eyes. "Do it blindfolded."

I nervously fingered the cloth, "How am I supposed to hit a target I can't see?"

"You'll have to focus on your other senses to find it." She whispered, her breath tickling my ear. Figuring I'd give it a shot, I notched another arrow, and calmed my mind. "Great...now I have to become Dare Devil." As I stood there waiting I became more alerted to my environment. I stood silent and calm, waiting...waiting...

CLICK!

A click to my right, I turned sharply and fired. I heard the arrow fly and hit a target. As I pulled the cloth up, I was very surprised. The arrow was just centimeters from the bullseye. "Whoa, I didn't think I'd hit it..." I breathed in amazement.

"Very well done on your first try. You have skills." Skelly giggled. A target clicked behind her as she quickly pulled her bow back without looking and hit a bullseye in the center.

I knew she said she was the best with a bow, but I was still baffled that she made that shot. "Way to show off." I clapped.

"Why thank you. Happy you enjoyed the show." She giggled, playing a playful bow.