Aims

REBELLION {Aims&Sunflower}

Hey, that's okay. I'm used to your sporadic behavior. lol

Island of the Corrupt

I sent a PM out. If they don't get back soon, I'll recast. Thanks for being so dedicated. (:

Island of the Corrupt

Yeah, no kidding.

REBELLION {Aims&Sunflower}

Adi storming into the room seemed to stun both the twins and Amaria. He swept both of them up into a hug, which neither twin hesitated to return. Both of the twins had fond memories of the boy, now a man. A childhood friend, Adi had been a huge part of their lives in Port. Daelyn considered the man a brother, although the feelings Adi had towards Daryn were always something a little stronger than brotherhood. Daelyn had always thought that, though it had never been brought full circle. The twins hugged the man, lingering a moment and then returning to their seats.

"I think it would be a great idea for you to get out, Triver," Daryn said, careful not to use the Prince's title, in case Adi hadn't realized already. Their identities were better left secret, regardless of how safe they were at Amaria's house. "I would be happy to escort you around Port for a day or two." She smiled at the boy before her before realizing her mistake. "Oh, I'm sorry. Triver, Adi is an old friend of ours from when we lived in Port before. He's like a brother to us."

"Ser'deni, while Daryn is with Triver, it would be best if we continue on with our mission. We can shop for supplies and ask anyone around town if they have seen Inaris," Daelyn said, knowing very well that it would be a fight to pull Ser'deni away from the prince. Daryn, though, was very capable of protecting him. They were safe within the walled city, and he knew she equalled any man in the city. Triver was safest with the woman by his side.

Amaria offered Adi her seat at the table, moving to the shelves on her wall.

"To answer your question, Ser'deni, I was fired. You see, some years back, there was a rebellion against the king. Several people from Port rose up to join the rebellion." She looked towards the twins, who stared at her stone faced. They held their breath, hoping she would not mention the twins part in said rebellion. "I had been working for the king around fifty years, and when I heard from some rebels from Port were being executed, I helped several of them escape." She looked away from the twins, "Of course, I couldn't save everyone. The king allowed me to live, but, as punishment, my two children were both killed." She paused and looked at the Prince. "What possessed him to let me live, I'll never know."

Island of the Corrupt

It doesn't take long for me to realize that I have to get away from this water. Whether its the panic building up in me or the heat, I can feel beads of sweat on my neck. The jumpsuit is hot, retaining body heat. There's no where to go, though, except into the forest. Maybe in there I can find fresh water, maybe even some food.

As I take a few steps in, the forest around me comes to life. The thick trees block most of the sunlight, creating a dark, but humid, air. It's thick and hard to breathe, but it's a lot better than being out in the sun. I can see clearly through the forest, despite the thick greenery. Overhead, birds chatter, and something that sounds like monkeys call back and forth. That's something I hadn't thought of: animals. Surely there's a food chain on the Island, so there's probably bigger animals than monkeys. I dig through my brain for anything I remember connected to the Island and come up blank. I can't wander around the island aimlessly, though. Somehow, I've got to figure out where I'm headed.

With both hands, I begin to climb the tree beside me. The branches are low enough that I can jump and easily swing myself up. Maybe if I climb to the top, I can find a water source. The higher I go, the more of a breeze picks up. The tops of the trees sway, making my grip tighter. Falling isn't how I intended to die. I pass a giant blue bird with black eyes that seem to bore through my head. It stared and follows me up with it's eyes, never moving. I move faster.

At the top, I cling to the branch below me and look out as far as I can. It's hard to see through the trees to the ground below, but I can hear water running. That could just be the ocean. Listening harder, I realize it is the ocean. A wind blows through, nearly bending the top of the tree in half, and I let out a loud cry, trying to regain my balance. What the wind does do, though, is uncover a bald spot in the forest. If I had to guess, that would be a water source. Climbing back down the tree proves to be much easier, and before long, I'm jogging in the direction of the bald spot.

Island of the Corrupt

Okay. I was trying to wait on the other three, but whatever. I don't want this to die. I'll reply now.

REBELLION {Aims&Sunflower}

Okie dokie. I'll work on a reply soon.

REBELLION {Aims&Sunflower}

What do you think about having the group split? Adi, Daryn and Triver go to see Port. Daryn is the most able to protect the prince. And then Daelyn and Ser'deni going supply shopping and asking around about Inaris.

REBELLION {Aims&Sunflower}

Okay! Thanks.

Island of the Corrupt

No. We were all placed on the beach that surrounds the island, at different places of course. We will probably go towards the middle.