The two finally managed to succeed in their practice. Milo had taught Jube how to steer himself properly through the air. He felt confident about his new abilities, and knew that he could safely evade any danger he couldn't handle. The two flew back into the cave, and shifted back into their human forms.

Jube smiled at Kestral, and it was one of the few times she was ever witness to his genuine smile. "I've gotten much better, Kes. You just wait and see." He was elated.

Milo sat down with his back to the cave wall. "Mmm... I think we could use a rest for today..."