..:I Wanna Fly:..

[mystic;]

I will always be the lucky one,

But for you, I'll change.

The dirt and leaves flew away from me, my paws smashing into the ground. I was running. Running fast. My lips parted and my tongue rolled out in the speed. I took quick breaths, trying to keep them even. The air was chilly, but somehow warming. I knew I would be sore later, but I had to run. The early morning carried with it the sounds of the morning song birds and the crisp echoes of every hit of my paw against the ground. I wasn't even at top speed. I ducked my head and pushed harder, darting around every tree and bush. Oh, how I wished I could fly! If only I wasn't so limited. Why did I have to change into a demon wolf? Just the thought sent those familiar shivers down my spine, but I didn't let myself change. I locked my jaw and slowed down. What need did I have to be a demon wolf right now? Why change? I sat in the middle of the forest floor and stared around me. Dead quiet. Perfect.

[horsegal1]

"Hello?" Niki called "Anyone here?" She howled and sat down. Waiting watching listening intently. She raised her nose into the air and inhaled deeply.

[mystic;]

Now I am unbreakable, it's unmistakable.
No one can change me, nothing can stop me.

Words, lyrics from another wolf, pierced the silence. I took a deep breath, my nostrils flared, and a soft growl escaped my lips. My eyes narrowed and I turned toward the voice. I was wary to move; this could be anyone, someone dangerous! But I recognized the higher pitch to be female, like me. I sighed, still a little wary, and moved forward. I spotted the wolf not too far away. She didn't seem so tough. I relaxed a little and moved a little quicker, curious. I sat near her, but not too close, and opened my mouth to speak. "Hello," I said quietly, keeping my guard up, not ready to trust her yet. I kept very still so I wouldn't change to a demon wolf. She didn't need to know anything about me. For now, she could think I was normal.

[horsegal1]

She smiled lightly "I'm Nikki." She sat down and looked at the beautiful wolf. she was unaware that demon wolves existed so near to her. Yet she was only yards from one, a very powerful one by the looks of her.

[mystic;]

I'll be your friend indeed
And you can count on me
And I can guarantee
Your friend I'll always be

The wolf that stood before me seemed shy enough, nice enough. I was weary to trust her so soon, but I had a feeling she wasn't going to attack. I felt a shiver run down my spine and I knew I could change as soon as there was any sign of danger. She spoke with a smile and I sent a small smile back to her. "Nice to meet you. I'm Serenade." I was immediately self conscious. She had such a simple, nice name. Nikki was normal. I had a long, unusual name. I was a freak. Not to mention I could barely keep myself from changing into one of the more feared breeds of wolf. I smiled again to hide what I was feeling. I was good at wearing a mask, but Nikki seemed so...observant. A real friend, if I was worthy of a friend like her. I instantly liked her. I walked a little closer so we could talk more comfortably, and sat in front of her.

[horsegal1]

"Thats a nice name" she spoke sincerely. She noticed that Serenade was hiding something but did not want to be rude about it.

[mystic;]

Hey let me hear you say,
Make some noise if you feel this way,
Hey if you gotta friend like that!

I smiled, glad she was nice. So I had predicted right? I nodded. "I like yours too." My words were heavy with truth, but I doubted she understood why. She seemed young, but then again, old enough to trust. I wished life was easier. If all wolves got along, and there was no running, fighting, hiding, crying...it would be perfect. But this was not a perfect world, and the need to be in control would always take someone over. I recalled hearing that the wolf called Lupercus was dead. I knew that one day someone would take his role, and either succeed or fail at raising that dynasty he once had. I had an anger inside me for those like Lupercus and the thought sent a familiar chill down my spine. I shook my head slowly and closed my eyes, and hoped Nikki wasn't scared of me. I backed up several feet, and continued to take slow steps back, still shaking my head. "Stay where you are," I managed through my teeth.

[horsegal1]

Nikki was confused but listened to Serenade. "Are you alright?" She asked her eyes filled with concern for the new wolf. "Is there anyway i can help?"

[mystic;]

Things change in an instant,
And sometimes we can only pray...

I continued to attempt clearing my head by slowly shaking it side to side. My eyes were squeezed shut, tightly. Her words came to me and I thought about answering. "I'll be fine...I haven't told you something..." What could I do now but tell her the truth? I swallowed hard and knew what I had to do. I felt the chill again and knew my body was begging to change. I exhaled sharply and pulled my head high. "Nikki, please don't run or anything." I turned to some rocks that piled nearby and walked up to the top. I ran and leaped off of them. As I was in midair, my body began to change. It shifted, seemingly, in slow motion into that of a muscular demon wolf. My black fur somehow appeared darker, and my eyes changed to a deep red. Black wings grew from my back and I soared to the ground a few feet away from Nikki. I lifted a paw, about to step closer, but stopped. Would she be afraid? I certainly looked terrifying. How could she still be my friend, seeing who I was now? I laid down to show I would not hurt her.

[horsegal1]

"Its okay, I understand." She spoke still totally relaxed. She smiled feeling relieved that she knew what was bothering her friend.

OOC:Writers block.

[mystic;]

This is a giant leap of faith,
Trusting and trying to embrace,
The fear of the unknown,
Beyond my comfort zone....

She understood? She was fine with it? Until now, I guess I never really expected a friend like Nikki, but more I never thought anyone could be around me. I was so scary looking, so dark. I probably looked ready to kill. I tried to smile, and I wondered what I looked like. My wings stretched and I stared at them in shock. Wings?? When did they get there? I'd heard rumors of demon wolf females having wings when they reached breeding age, but I passed that. I thought I'd never get them. "Wings...I can fly..." I smiled freely now. I turned to Nikki again. "Want to try something?" I asked eagerly, grinning widely. I stood and stretched my wings out fully. I walked over to her quickly and laid down. "Climb on my back. I'm taking you flying." I was so excited! Flying was my single dream and I finally had wings. I hadn't been a demon wolf in about a year. Maybe I missed the change? It felt good to let go and let my body change by itself. I felt free, relaxed.

[horsegal1]

"Are you sure im not to heavy?" Nikki asked slowly climbing up on her dark and fluffy back. She smiled that she had a friend who accepted her and whom she accepted in return.

[mystic;]

At first I struggled some under the sudden weight. But I adjusted my position and then it wasn't so bad. "It's all good," I replied. I smiled and took a running start. My front paws lifted, my wings outstretched, and then I was in the air. My wings made a steady movement. It was weird having control of a new part of me. Having to think about my wings now. The air was warm and it made flying easier. My breath caught as I gasped, staring down at the sights. It was beautiful. It was amazing. I glanced at Nikki to see her reaction, and then looked back down to stare at my surroundings. This new point of view was wonderful! I felt free, just flying. My shape shifting was no longer a burden, it was a gift.

[horsegal1]

“Wow! This is absolutely amazing Serenade!” She smiled with delight trying to maintain her balance. She took a deep breath and looked at the new surroundings. “Everything looks small from up here!” She grinned from ear to ear. The air was cooler and more pure up here. “Is this the first time you have flown?”

[mystic;]

I am free to run,
I am freed to dance...

I smiled at Nikki's reaction. "Yes, it's beautiful." I nodded, smiling widely. Nikki continued her point of view and I nodded along, obvious agreement. Who wouldn't love this? Her next question had me talking. "Nikki, this is not only the first time I've flown, but also the first time I have had wings. Normally, I suppose Demon wolves would get them earlier, but for some reason I didn't get them until now. Trust me, all I've ever wanted to do was fly. And now I finally can, and with a new friend!" I smiled wider, if such a thing is possible, for I was already grinning so greatly. I watched everything as I flew, but after a while I got tired. I finally, though regretfully, landed. It was a hard landing, I assumed because it was my first time, and I fell on my stomach as we touched ground. Nikki rolled off and I apologized. "Sorry, first time." I smiled apologetically.