My eyes were still closed when I felt my feet touch solid ground. What would be in front of me next? I was so scared to find out.
I opened my left eye to scan my surroundings. The sun was beginning to rise, painting the sky pale orange. My other eye shot open. The buildings were so cute with their straws roofs.
This was a small farming town. It reminded me of my childhood. Until I was fifteen, I lived on a farm. It was such a peaceful life with my family and three horses. But, Mother wanted to live in the city that never sleeps. So, we moved to New York. And, I absolutely hate it.
I started to walk around. I couldn't spot too many people. But, that's not uncommon. Most people in a place like this were busy with crops and animals.
I pulled down my dress. Black lace was so not appropriate. I could feel dirty glares sear through my skin and into my soul. I felt so ashamed to be seen like that.
A snowy owl flew above me. Its talons held a parcel. When it started to swoop down, I freaked out. I screamed and began to flee. I ended up tripping over a rock and the parcel landed on my head.
I got on my knees and grabbed the parcel. It was a note that read:
Dear Chief Duncan,
I am directing someone to you. This person is from another world. Please help them adjust to life in Erinn. Thank you, and I hope I will be able to visit you soon.
-Nao Pryderi-
Well, I guessed I was suppose to see this guy, I trekked my way around Tir Chonaill. A strange feeling led me to Duncan. He had a gray beard and long hair shaded the deep wrinkles lining his forehead. He definitely looked like an elderly man with decades of untold experiences. But his beaming eyes defied his age.
I shakily handed him the parcel. He gave me a faint as he read the note. "You were sent by Nao. Welcome to Tir Chonaill."
"Thank you. I'm Alexxa."
"Amd I'm Duncan, chief of this village. You were chosen by the Goddess, I can tell. That's why you were brought into Erinn."
Again with the mention of the Goddess. Who was she? "Umm... that's nice."
"It's quite an honor. You'll settle nicely into Erinn."
The owl came again and dropped some things into my arms. I received some gold, I thought 100 pieces, a wooden wand and a flute.
"Seems like you're destined to become a magician and bard. Go see Lassar, she'll teach you magic. Go to the School to find her."
I sighed. I didn't want to go to school!
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