please keep in mind this is not what the setting actually looks like, I just needed a place-holder. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I watched the fiery phoenix rise from its ashes. The ashes flew in all directions, forming a tornado. Its face came first, eyes cold and deep. They stared into my soul, searching the depths of my being. The wings came next, stretching out as far as they could reach, forming its huge silhouette. Its tail flowed behind, long enough that it reached the dark, earthy floor, even while levitating. I sat still, too stunned to move. When it reformed completely, it spun in place then soared through the trees, causing several green, spiky leaves to fall back on me. I could only guess when it reached the midnight sky, for it turned around and all but fell back to the ground. It landed softly on the ground in front of me. I wiped away the dirt on my tear-streaked face and crawled slowly toward the creature in disbelief. I reached out a hand to stroke its fiery feathers. It held its ground, for phoenix’s are proud and courageous beings. I nodded my head, acknowledging its power and stature. It nodded back. I leaned back in awe from its majesty, its perfection. I couldn’t believe what I had witnessed. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- hope you enjoyed!
