The Elemental Song

Chapter 3 Three Friends And A Pup

"Noreis, where is Skyrah?" "She is playing with Lord Zhenya of the Tribe of Life and master Eryk of the Air Tribe in the garden." "I see, the young boys are now ten are they not? Shouldn't the kids be studying or training?" "Lord Zhenya is ahead of his studies and has been given today to rest. Princess Skyrah has a break for lunch but she went to play instead. When master Eryk saw them playing together he went to play as well." "Lord Zhenya and master Eryk are ten yet they are very skilled already. Skyrah however is seven and should be studying for the time when she will become the ruler of Faylinn. Even though her education started when she was but a babe and she is already mature and intelligent she has responsibilities that should not be taken lightly, especially when it comes to her powers. Oh well, I suppose they deserve a break for working so hard. You are dismissed Noreis, thank you." "Of course your majesty."

"Princess Skyrah!" Skyrah froze as she heard her name. Had Noreis found out that she snuck out during lunch? Even though Skyrah was only seven she was incredibly smart for her age. That couldn't be Noreis. Noreis' voice sounds different and that voice sounds suspiciously like- "Zhenya!" Skyrah turned and ran towards the voice. "Hello Skyrah. What are you up to?"

Zhenya was Skyrah's cousin and dearest friend. His father was Skyrah's uncle, Sephtis, who died in battle two years ago. Sephtis was her mother's older brother and was loved by all who knew him. Zhenya's mother died of illness one year prior to his father's death. His family were originally peasants before his aunt, Sephtis' sister, became queen. Zhenya was an only child and was from the Tribe of Life and inherited the powers from his parents. He had silver hair, gold eyes, and his dragon insignia was located on his upper arm. After he lost both of his parents King Ryan made Zhenya a lord and gave him a place near the castle with a few guards, servants, and caretakers. Zhenya and Skyrah became very close to each other.

"What are you doing here Zhenya! Don't you have to work on your studies?" "My my look who's talking. Did you sneak out during lunch again?" "Uhhh, maybe? Let's play Zhenya!" "Okay, okay." "What are you guys up to?" Skyrah and Zhenya spun around. "Eryk!" the children exclaimed together.

Eryk was the son of the deceased air general. His father also died in battle two years ago and his mother died during childbirth. He gained the powers of his parents and his dragon insignia was white and located on the back of his neck. He did not have an unique white feature for his tribe but instead his eyes were a brilliant color of aquamarine. After his parents died he was raised by his grandfather, the general before his father. He was also very close to Skyrah and Zhenya.

"Sup." "What are you doing here?!" "Me? Oh I'm just wandering around while gramps does his business with the other tribes." "But shouldn't you be there too since you are going to be the next general?" "Relax Zhenya. Gramps is so slow he's not even going to noti-" "Eryk! Get your sorry self back over here to this meeting!" "...did you guys here something?" "Eryk, General Gideon is calling you. Shouldn't you respect the man who is teaching you?" "Who? That old goat? Nah he's fine Zhenya, anyway, I had something to talk to you about, do you have a minute?" "Uh, sure. Skyrah can you wait here? We'll be back shortly." "Of course, have fun!"

"Hmm, I wonder what Zhenya and Eryk are talking about." While Skyrah waited she decided to roam around for a bit. "Hm? Is that a puppy?" Skyrah bent down to get a closer look and reeled back so suddenly she lost her balance and fell. Sure enough it was a puppy but not just any puppy. It was a wolf pup. The puppy, however didn't look intimidating, it looked... "Scared." Skyrah's heart filled with compassion for the small wolf. He obviously didn't intend to harm her in fact, he didn't even move an inch. "Are you lost? You look hungry. You're so small and thin. Come, let us get you something to eat." With that Skyrah scooped up the small wolf and took him to the kitchens.