“You ready?” Aether asked me, as we stepped outside of the cave.

Knowing this possibly could be the last time I see this cave, my home for years. I also have not said goodbye to Hickory. I know I should, but I had a feeling that right now was not the right time. I took a deep breath and answered him.

“Yes, I am.” I said, though as the words came out I still hesitated a little.

“Are you sure you don’t want to take anything back with you?” Immy asked, looking at the various sculptures residing within my cave.

I nodded, and with a small smile said, “It’s okay, they can serve as proof.”

Ynos, who was next to me tilted his head, and asked, “Proof?”

I nodded more, “Yes, proof that Lost was here… That I was here.”

I know I can’t do much for Hickory right now, but maybe leaving these statues behind, might help him feel close to me still. I still never understood how he perceived me, whether it be like a big sister, or a second mother, I might never know.

“Oh,” Was all Ynos responded, thoughI could feel him coming to terms with it.

“They are so pretty though!” Essie argued.

I chuckled seeing how eager she was and genuine about everything, “It’s okay, I can always make more!”

I felt a twinge of sadness at leaving them behind, but I had already made up my mind. I was leaving them behind, if not for leaving my mark, than for Hickory.

“That’s the spirit.” Aether nodded in approval before turning to the others, “Alright then, everyone stays close, let’s go.”

We all took off from the ground. I was really worried about colliding with any of the others, as I had not flown with a group of dragons before, but one thought drew me away from my anxiety.

‘I am finally going home.’

****

We have been flying for a long time now, at some point Aether asked me to try to lead them home. Ynos convinced me to agree to it, but I don’t know how to get home. I think that they noticed, as I heard Sidus mumbling behind me. I sighed knowing this was going to be a bad idea. Seems my being lost to find where I need to go, doesn’t work with so many others around.

I looked to Ynos for comfort to help me out of this situation, but the big goofball just had a big grin on his face, and nodded forward as if I should keep leading them.

I bit my lip, and kept flying hoping no one would say anything, but I could hear them talking behind me. That's when a familiar face approached.

The god which stood before us was in his full size, and power. He would tower over most, even us. I couldn’t help but know who this particular god was, as he was my childhood friend.

At full speed I took off at him, and when I got close I stopped and smiled up at the god.

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“Hey! Long time no see! I am free!” I shouted at my friend.

Reaching out he gently put a finger to my head and petted it, I couldn't help but smile and nuzzle into the pets, as it's a feeling I haven't experienced in a very long time. I could feel my tail wagging in response to my joy. I was going home.

As the others came over I introduced my friend, “This is Zephyrion, he is my friend!”

Zephyrion lowered his head in a bow, “A pleasure to meet you, I’m Zephyrion, god of whispers and hidden truths.”

They all bowed back to Zeph, and Aether, as usual, was the one to take lead, “Pleasure to meet you, I’m Aether the Voidwalker. These are my siblings, Sidus, Immy, Essie, and my friend Breta.”

Zephyrion nodded and replied, “I have heard of you. The Voidwalker, The Silent Shadow, The Wall, and The Golden Spear.”

Blushing I didn’t know what to do, as everyone had such cool nicknames and I am just the local Ignoramus.

“You have?” Aether seemed surprised to have his name known here.

“Your reputation precedes you,” Zephyrion responded, then after a quick glance at me, he continued, “Though it’s a blessing to see little Lost, safe and sound. Please follow me, I heard you were planning to visit Aynezh.”

“Yes, thank you.” Aether confirmed with a bow of his head.

With not another word, Zephyrion turned and started to leave in the direction which he had come from. I caught back up to him and flew alongside him. I knew he was god of little words, and less in sharing details, but I had questions.

“So, how is mom?” I asked him.

“She has been away, busy.” He answered.

I sighed, as that was an answer that I would expect from him, “You know, I know you don’t have to give the smallest answer possible.”

“Indeed.” Was the only response I got back.

I sighed in frustration and batted him with my tail.

I heard something I wasn’t expecting, I would’ve sworn I heard a small chuckle from behind his mask.

“Meany.” I huffed out, in frustration.

Just shortly after that I saw something which I could only faintly remember. I saw my home.

In front of us in the vastness of space was my home, Aynezh. A huge plane of land, which dominated its space. Across its surface lay scattered towns and buildings, of different designs, clearly taken from where gods or dragons have migrated from. As Aynezh was a place for gods and dragons. The dazzling colors, of the street lights and from homes, stood out from the darkness. Like a beacon for hope. I saw the huge tower which lay at the center of it all. It was as I remembered it. It is my home. I am home.

“Welcome to Aynezh.” Zephyrion said.

I couldn't hide my excitement anymore, and some of my ice mana slipped out frosting my scales. I am almost home!