Crow's Story

Chapter 1: The First Trial.

(Authors note: So sorry I haven't updated in awhile. Its been a hectic few weeks.  The image above is what the stone looks like.)

Crow had been sitting obediently outside for the past hour, wings held just right and snout tilted in the way he was taught, ever since he was a dragonet.  He didn't move, even when Raven kept poking him with the sharp part of his tail. As soon as Husk was out of sight, he hissed, "Stop it, Raven! Bother Sindragosa!" He heard a soft chuckle, and from the corners of his eyes saw Raven shift his tail slightly in order to appear regal and obedient, even if his eyes sparkled in amusement. Finally, after what seemed forever, Husk stopped in front of all of them, staring down his snout at them. "This is the first test you will take. Whoever can find the opal necklace hidden within the Kingdom will get to fly with the Queen to the Night Kingdom. You may start." Crow leaped up as soon as he closed his mouth, beating his wings to fly to the borders. He dropped down in some mounds of snow, using his tail and talons to search the deep piles. His tail spikes snagged on something hard, and he turned, grabbing the object and holding it up. It was a beautiful blue stone that turned different colors in the sunlight, like a RainWing in the stories. It was attached to a golden length of chain. He put it in a pouch he always kept, climbing onto a rock so he didn't get his wings stuck as he flew back. Several dragons, including his twin Raven, were reporting back, shaking their heads. Crow landed, bowing to Husk and presenting the necklace. Husk took it and examined it, then snorted. "This is it, all right. I shall inform the Queen immediately." He dropped the necklace back into his talons, and Crow realised he could keep it. A strange thrill ran through his scales. His first treasure! He gently put on the necklace and was tackled by Raven, who teased, "You look so pretty!" Crow laughed and swatted at him with his wing, and they began to tussle. A dissaproving snort came from nearby, and they scrambled up to see Husk glaring at them. "Prince Crow, Prince Raven. We do not tolerate play. You are both seven. Act it. You," He snapped, pointing a talon at Crow. "Are to be ready by midday tomorrow. That's when we leave." Crow nodded respectfully, and Husk snorted before gliding gracefully inside. They both sighed, then laughed. Crow couldn't keep still. "I'm going to another Kingdom!" He said, hopping gleefully. Raven shook his head, smiling. "Just don't screw it up, alright?" Crow huffed in outrage, swatting Raven's snout. He left him whining about his snout, winging his way to his dorm to sleep. He couldn't wait. The last thing he imagined before he fell asleep was flying by the queen and meeting true NightWings.