Chapter 14
"Why if it isn't Qualix." Dragadon said as she turned around a smaller gold colored dragon. "I see you have survived the dark times as well."
"Yes," Qualix said, "I must say, I was surprised when I felt your presence. Everyone feared you were dead when you disappeared."
"No I just ended up on another planet somehow while porting. And decided it was a much nicer place."
"At the time you left I wouldn't blame you. However, things have changed for the better in recent times."
"Excuse me!" Cili piped in, "It's nice to see old friends get back together, but we're on a strict time schedule!"
"Your right Cili." Dragadon said,"Qualix the reason we are here is because we need to see the White Goddess."
"White Goddess? You must mean Ishtar." Qualix said.
"Did she go through another name change?" Dragadon asked, annoyed.
"Yes, apparently her superiors had a fit when they found out she was letting people call her White Goddess."
"They always were picky about what they let mortals know about them." Dragadon muttered.
"So, does this mean she still here on this world?" Cili asked hopefully.
"Yes she is, I'll lead you two to her place."
"Thank you." Dragadon said as Cili climbed back up on her back, "On the way, could you update me on what has happened here?"
"Of course." Qualix said as they went airborne, "Perhaps you two could update me on your adventures and your guest could tell me her story."
After exchanging stories, Qualix let out a heavy sigh.
"What is it?" Cili asked.
"It would appear that dragonkind and yours share a kinship." Qualix explained, "Are kinds histories are very similar."
"It seems that way..."Cili said sadly.
"We are nearing our destination."
"I don't see anything, only water." Dragadon said puzzled.
Qualix chuckled as he said, "You have forgotten about Saurian Isle?"
Dragadon thought a moment, "Yes I remember it. I never been there though."
"It is our last refuge, and is hidden from sight by the gods magic. Look carefully."
Cili and Dragadon looked toward the horizon, seeing nothing at first. Then suddenly out of nowhere a large landmass appeared in front of them...
Chapter 15
Dragadon and Cili stared in disbelief at what just appeared in front of them.
"How is the world.." Dragadon started.
"Like I said, the gods magic keeps the island hidden from most." Qualix said, "This way."
They continued on, following the coastline. After a while they approached a much smaller island, one that was mostly covered in mist. As Dragadon landed Qualix said, "This is the place. I must go now, the Dragonlords have summoned me. You should know what to do next." and with that he disappeared.
"What did he mean by that?" Cili asked as she climbed down.
"It means that you will have to go on on your own, you will be tested on the way." Dragadon said.
"Tested! But we don't have time for that!"
"We have no choice, to see Ishtar you must prove yourself worthy of her help. It is her way." Dragadon said sternly, "I will wait here for you."
"Why can't you come with me?"
"Because it is you who are asking for help, I am just the transportation."
Seeing there was no arguing with her, Cili, with a heavy sigh, walked off into the mist.
Cili could only see a few feet in front of her and she kept feeling like she was being watched.
This is freaking me out. she thought, Just what is this test anyway?
Suddenly there was a frighten squawk nearby, causing her to jump. Curious she went in the direction she heard the sound from. As she drew closer, whatever it was started chirping and squawking angrily. Sounds like a bird, she thought and she came upon a fallen log. Looking over it she saw what looked like a very small dragon that was trapped under it. It was silver in color and looked to be only the length of her arm. It had only one pair of legs and a pair of wings much like Dragadon's. It looked at her and hissed.
"It's ok, I am not going to hurt you." she said gently.
The little dragon cocked its head at her a moment then visibly relaxed as she lifted the log off it. With a happy chirp it flew up and landed on her shoulder, nuzzling her cheek with its snout.
"Friendly little thing aren't you?" Cili laughed as she stroked its neck. It leaned into her hand, making a soft purring sound.
"Mindcallers usually are." A distinctly female voice said behind her. Cili whirled around to see a figure appearing in the mist. As she approached the mist lifted, "As long as you don't lie. Hello Cili, I am Ishtar."
Cili could only stare with her mouth agape at the form before her...
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