Iona stepped forth from Abby’s workshop, having bid her a temporary farewell. A spirited glance above searched the skies around her, eager to move along, back to Melina’s place where creativity could roam free once more. Iona lifted her feet gently off the ground and let her wings guide her merrily ahead, in no particular direction at all. At least that was what natural instinct desired, though a curious eye followed no such order. Iona’s altitude carefully lowered, spotting several irregular movements amongst the tall blades of grass below. If she wasn’t mistaken, the fellow wearing the acorn shell hat looked an awfully lot like a close friend, by the name of Terence. 

Acquiring an enthusiastic grin at the amusing discovery, she eased her pursuit and quietly dipped beneath the thickened vegetation. Wishing to close in unnoticed, she remained silent and focused, setting her sights on the first in this unlikely trio of fairies. First glances revealed a female water-talent fairy in a deep blue dress, trailing behind. With curiosity taking hold, Iona pushed herself forward, wishing to see what was actually happening just up ahead. Nearing in on the water fairy, Iona glanced over to her side and waved. “Hi there. You wouldn’t be Ingrid, would you?” A cheerful smile accompanied her softly spoken words. “I’m Iona, but don’t tell those two up ahead, ok.” Her words fell to a whisper.

Playfulness lingered strongly by, her wings feeling pleasantly light as she rode the tranquil air before her, flying closer still. Not until her eyes glimpsed to see a male fire-talent fairy did she react. A finger was placed to her lips, encouraging silence for all but a moment. Leaving Crispin with only a suggestive wink, Iona swiftly ascended above the grassy forest and followed with a daring back flip, getting caught in the thrill of the moment. Momentum on her side, Iona successfully reached Terence and made her eager approach. 

“Hey there Terence!” Iona shouted aloud from up above. “I just happened to spot you from up here, on my way to Melina’s.” She kept on pace, alongside Terence. “Been a little while, but I thought I would see what you were up to lately. I see you brought a couple of friends along for the ride.”