Rivia
My eyes flash open, the first thing I see is the glimmering darkness of the sky. I gasp for air and the action burns my lungs. There is a striking pain in my chest and in between my ribs, my body's response to the stimulation. I make to bend over and suddenly I feel the water all around me. I look at my hands, remembering that Ryuu had entered the water in my arms, he is not there. I feel a reassuring hand on my shoulder before I hear his voice.
"He is still with the others; his body has not reappeared in his human form yet. Why have you returned alone, Rivia? Is Ryuu alright?" asks Aoyun, concern clearly dripping off his every word. I am still re-adjusting to the change and the air itself seemed to feel heavier than where I was with Julius and the others. Where was that place re
