Vindi ~<br/><br/>The man silently settled in the pub with a cup of brew. He listened to the birds outside of the window. They were gently chirping the song of another warm, peaceful summer. The sunlight gently seeped through the windows and dimly lit the underground tavern in deep russet brown and earthy colors. The man blinked sleepily, taking another sip of brew. It tasted spicy and smooth, with hints of cinnamon and honey. A smile crossed his lips and he closed his eyes. Suddenly, a flicker of a vision flashed through his head and his eyes widened with alarm. An old friend of his was in danger. Standing, he took his brew and methodically walked outside. A sparrow flew down from the wooden arch and settled near him. He gave a smile and spoke. "Tell Satoshi that she's sick again," he said with a light sigh, then settled down on the ground to finish his beer.<br/><br/>Arete ~<br/><br/>Arete spread her wings slightly then groaned and began coughing. She stumbled to her feet, her head aching horribly. Stumbling towards the edge of the mountain, she brushed back her long hair and tried to stretch her wings. Every muscle she was aware of, and some she didn't even know she had, was aching horribly. The woman groaned, feeling her chest tighten and strain. She glanced out at the lands far off in the distance; those tiny dots belonged to the Air Tribe. She struggled then attempted to flap her wings to fly in that direction. Her mind seemed to go blank as she flew up in the sky. The air felt hot and stuffy, pressing against her. Arete dipped, struggling to keep flying as she could barely spread her wings half way. She was tossed through the air then went crashing into the ocean.