Story of Indigo

Loss of Dreams

Azura perched delicately on the edge of her nest, nestled high in the canopy of the vibrant rainforest. The morning sun cast a golden glow over the lush landscape, and a gentle breeze rustled the leaves. Beneath her, two precious eggs lay snug in the soft bedding she had carefully crafted with Indigo, her devoted mate.
As she kept watch,Azura found herself daydreaming about the future. She imagined the eggs hatching, revealing two tiny, Downy chicks. Their small chirps would fill the air, and she and Indigo would dedicate themselves to nurturing their young, guiding them through their first flights and teaching them the secrets of the forest.
In her mind's eye, she saw the chicks growing, their feathers gradually taking on the brilliant hues of their parents. They would be curious and adventurous like Indigo, always eager to explore, yet gentle and artistic like her, finding beauty in the simplest things.
Azura pictured the family moments they would share—playful chases through the treetops, cozy evenings nestled together, and the first tentative flaps of the chicks' wings as they learned to fly. Her heart swelled with pride and love at the thought of their little family thriving in their idyllic Corner of the world.
As Azura was lost in her daydream, a familiar rustling in the foliage signaled the arrival of Indigo. He landed gracefully on the edge of the nest, holding a breakfast of fresh berries and delicate seeds in his beak. Azura didn't notice him until he leaned in and placed a soft kiss on her head.
"Good morning, my love,"indigo murmured, his voice full of warmth. "What are you thinking about so deeply?"
Azura blinked and smiled, her thoughts drifting back to present. " I was daydreaming about our future," she replied. "I was imagining the time when our little ones will hatch and how we'll raise them together, watching them grow under our care. We'll be a beautiful family."
Indigo's eyes sparkled with joy. "That sounds wonderful. Have you thought about what we might name them?"
Azura shook her head gently. "I haven't decided yet. It depends on whether we have boys or girls. But I promise I'll think carefully and come up with beautiful names that suit theme perfectly."
Indigo nodded in agreement, his gaze softening as he looked at the eggs . "I'm sure you'll choose the perfect names, Azura." He leaned down and gently patted the eggs with his beak, a gesture of affection and protection.
After a moment, he straightened up. "I"ll leave you to enjoy your breakfast while I keep watch for any danger. I'll be back soon."
Azura watched as Indigo spread his wings and took off into the forest, his vibrant feathers glinting in the sunlight. She felt a deep sense of contentment, knowing that they were a team, ready to face whatever challenges might come their way.
As she nibbled on the berries Indigo had brought, Azura's mind wandered back to names. She imagined names that would reflect the beauty and strength of the rainforest, names that would carry a piece of their parents' love and courage.
"Perhaps something like 'Caleste' and 'Luna' of they are girls," she mused to herself. "Or 'Orion' and 'Skye' if they are boys."
While Azura was immersed in her daydream, a sudden noise snapped her back to reality. She heard rustling and strange sounds coming from outside the nest. Concerned, she cautiously peered over the edge of the nest and saw a terrifying sight: humans with strange, shiny objects in their hands, moving through the forest and harming the birds. Some birds were being caught in nets, while others fell silent, their vibrant feathers now lifeless.
Azura's heart pounded in her chest. Panic surged through her as she scanned the surrounding trees for any sign of indigo. He usually perched on a branch two trees away, keeping a vigilant eye on their territory. But now, that branch was empty.
"Indigo, where are you?" She whispered, her voice trembling with fear.
She wanted to search for him, to ensure he was safe, but she couldn't leave the nest unattended. Their precious eggs depended on her protection. Torn between her duty and her worry for Indigo, Azura felt a wave of helplessness wash over her.
She looked around desperately, trying to catch a glimpse of his familiar blue plumage among the leaves. But there was no sign of him. She could hear the distant, chaotic sounds of birds in distress and the ominous presence of the humans growing closer.
Azura took a deep breath, trying to calm her racing thoughts. "Stay strong," she told herself. "Indigo is smart and resourceful. "He'll find a way back to us."
Despite her fears, he couldn't abandon her eggs. She nestled back into the nest, spreading her wings protectively over them, hoping to shield them from any harm. She kept her eyes and ears alert, every muscle in her body tense with anxiety.
Azura waited anxiously for Indigo's return, but as minutes tricked by with no sign of him, her worry depended. She couldn't just sit and wait any longer. Despite her fears for their eggs, she knew she had to find him. Stepping out of the nest, she cautiously moved through the branches, her eyes darting around for any hint of Indigo.
Suddenly, a movement caught her eye, and she froze. A human pointed one of those mysterious objects directly at her. Before she could react, a sharp pain pierced her chest. With w cry, Azura plummeted to the ground, landing amidst the tangled roots of an ancient tree. The world spun around her as pain throbbed through her body.
The dense undergrowth concealed her form the humans above. She lay there, struggling to catch her breath, her vision blurring. As she fought to stay conscious, a vivid memory surfaced, pulling her away from the immediate pain.
She remembered the first time she met indigo. Sh had been migrating with her family, soaring high above the forest, when suddenly something struck her. She spiraled down, crashing through the branches and landing hard on the forest floor. Injured and scared, she had tried to get up and fly, but her wings was hurt, and she could barely move. Despair washed over her as she lay there, vulnerable and alone.
Just as she was about to give up, a beautiful a charismatic blue bird landed nearby. His feathers simmered in the sunlight as he approached cautiously. "Are you okay beautiful?" He asked his voice gentle and concerned. Their eyes met, and in that moment, something profound passed between them.
In the present moment, lying amidst the overgrown roots, Azura's hope flickered like a fragile flames. Pain radiated through her body, and she felt her strength waning. With every breath, she called out softly, her voice trembling with desperation.
"Indigo, my love, where are you?" She whispered, her eyes searching the forest around her. "Please, come back to me."
Her vision blurred as she struggled to stay awaked, each heartbeat echoing in her ears. She repeated his name, a mantra of hope and love, willing him to appear and save her from this nightmare. The forest seemed to hold its breath, the usual sounds of life muted by the presence of dangers.
"Indigo...... Indigo...." She murmured, her voice growing fainter, and she completely fainted.