Air Village

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         “Can you believe that there will be castle guards here soon?” EL

         “I wonder why they are looking for more guards.” Nellen says turning to look at EL.

         “Maybe the king has lost it.” Luna chimes in.

         “Why do you feel that it’s ok to only ever say rude things?” Syi asks while she sweeps the floor.

         “Why do you even care about what I say?” Luna casts a smirk at Syi.

         “Well, if one thing is definite by your continuous rudeness you’ll never find love.” Syi says smiling back at Luna.

         “Will the two of you ever stop arguing with each other?” EL calls out to the two of them.

Before anyone can make a reply the signaling horn echoes through the sky.

         “Well, they sure traveled fast.” EL says as she runs over to look out the window.

         “As of a few minutes ago when I signed up there was only a few dozen who actually signed the sheet to try to become castle guards.” Syi says as she puts away the broom.

         “I feel that it’s very unlikely that they would take all who have signed the sheet.” Luna says while she leaves the room.

         “We should probably go meet the guards who are leading these tests.” Nellen speaks up and then makes his way out of the room.

The four of them stand outside to see the two guards and the two others who had been chosen from the first village.

         “Wow he is very good looking.” Syi says as she looks at Rexen.

         “You may want to ask for a handkerchief; you seem to be drooling.” Luna says then pushes past giggling.

She quickly whips her face only to realize she’s fallen for a trick.

         “Oh… it is so on.” Syi clenches her hands into fits and makes her way over to the center of the village.

         We need those who signed up; Luna Skies, Nellen Spar, EL Mathews, and Syi Chains to please step forward. We will start the five tests with you four first.

With the tests started and each one just as competitive as the other. The tests are completed rather quickly.

         “Because of a tie set between two of the signers; we will be taking three of the four with us. The highest score was Nellen Spar, then Luna Skies and Syi Chains. We advise that you get some rest we will be leaving at dawn to head to the next village.” Ari says.

         “You’re so lucky to be leaving to get to go to the castle to become a castle guard.” EL says to Syi as she taps her on the shoulder.

         “Don’t be so down EL, I’m going to miss you too.” They both smiled.

         “You don’t have to be worried about me; I know you’ll become a great castle guard. You should go get some rest you have a long journey ahead of you.” EL gives Syi a hug.

They all head to their homes to pack a few things and get some rest before dawn.