Chapter Three: Their worst nightmare

Just as the goblins were closing in, something was pushing through the crowd towards Hopkin, Peskin and Mo.

‘It can’t be!’. Hopkin thought in disbelief. It was Ravenwing, one of the Gorm leaders, he was holding a black, jagged sword, his body was encased in netherite and his helmet had pointed spikes shooting upwards and a sly grin spread across his face. ‘You’re not going anywhere. You sneaky rabbits!’, He bellowed. Mo sobbed quietly on Peskin shoulder, but Ravenwing didn’t take any notice to this, ‘You’ll pay for what you’ve done. Now…WHERE’S THE TRIDENT?!’, He shouted. ‘I don’t know.’ mumbled Hopkin.

 What would he do? He was trapped by the Gorm and there was no way out. The Gorm asked them several questions, but they did get any answers. Hopkin wasn’t going to tell them one thing after he saw what they did to his father. The Gorm shouted at them with rage, which made his eardrums burst.

The Gorm had enough, they sliced off Hopkin’s ear and the place where his ear used to be bled rapidly and Hopkin cried in pain. Peskin ran as far as she could, holding baby Mo to her chest never looking back. She could still hear piercing cry in the distance and headed for the nearest village she could find.

Aquala (water unicorns)

Aquala are one of the elemental unicorn species and are very rare, so nobody has ever seen even a glimpse of one or a herd. Another name for Aquala is water unicorns because they control the oceans, lakes and rivers.

Nobody actually knows were Aquala goes in the Winter or Autumn months, but in the summer and spring the water unicorns live in the sacred grotto on the east side of Centopia next to a giant elf kingdom, which was founded by the elder of the waters. On the other hand, some water unicorns live alone beside islands to have easy access to a food source.

Would you recognize a water unicorn if you saw one? Well they have shimmering golden horns and a flowing turquoise mane and tail. They also have green, emerald eyes and strong hooves. However, when in water they have the tail of a mermaid and a hard, rough, scaly body.

The water unicorns diet consists of seaweed and colorful coral from around islands or near the coast. Despite this, some people believe Aqaulas eat fish such as, salmon, cod and other types, but this has yet to be proven.

Aqaulas protect themselves and other unicorns by using their horn to create a wall of vines. In addition, they can lead unicorn hunters and predators in the deep abyss of lakes and oceans. Usually they are very gentle and kind creatures however, sometimes have instinct to attack if frightened or scared, so bring some seaweed or coral to help tame them.

If you would like to see one of these amazing creatures bring some scuba-diving gear and night vision googles to see clearly in lakes and oceans. I also recommend to approach them calmly so they don’t feel alarmed.

Secrets

What smells fragrant? Daffodil’s in the flowing summer breeze, daisies blooming at Spring’s start in March and roses on valentine’s day being handed to their partner.

What smells dank? A jar of pickles that have been on your counter since 1786 and a chicken salad that your mum preserved for aesthetics.

What is easily lost? A broken friendship on a winter’s day, that was never mended in summer on the 4^th of July.

What is kept dearly? A friend that never left you when the others went away and a teddy bear that you got on winter for your 9^th birthday.

What is lonely? A lost soul walking in a dim, darkened tunnel at an abandoned railway on the 31^st October in 1986 and a person at playtime swinging sadly with nobody to play with.

What is crowded? A giant waiting room to a small door at the end of a long hallway and a brain cramped with thoughts about your future.

What are fragile? A burning temper in your soul when someone calls your name and begins to annoy you.

What is heavy? A burden being laid on your shoulders that you want to break but can’t.

What is cold? A cold-hearted business man after a tiring day of work at the office on a rainy day.

What is hot? A burning fire on an evening night in the middle of a dark forest, lurking with unknown creatures.

What is sweet? A comforting talk from a trusted friend who is there for you at all times.

What is sour? A ripe lemon and a sour pop candy with a dash of hot sauce.