#dyiana

Dyiana was determined to find it. A dark purple plant among green plants can’t be that hard. But nope, not only was this herb found on this specific planet, it was a rare find in a specific window of time. But with how potent it is and how well it can treat and prevent infections, it’s a must have. So she walked around, checking the shade and humidity for the perfect area to search in.

I got to my feet, feeling ash clinge to my clothes and body and took a moment to get my barings. I was helping in the battle, healing those I can when I got sucked into one of those dimensional portals. Now I find myself here...

It was.. Terrifying. Colour had more than less ceased to exist, the ground to the sky in just a palette of greys and blacks. Everything was covered in Ash, yet the entire ground was that like of a marsh, cold and dank. And the only things were ruins of buildings, torn down to mere skeletons.

But the thing that got to me was just how quiet it was. Nothing made a sound. It was just my breathing.

It was then I knew. There was just this sence I had in my being that told me; This world had ended. I was the only live thing that stood here

Immediately I panic. I had to get back, I had no protection or anything! If the end was natural, then I could be in grave danger, if not then.. I would be stuck here, completely on my own.. With no food or water, technically, I would not touch that water on the ground if it kills- No no no, I can't think like that. I just need to relax and find my way back. I am going to get back to the battle and I am not going to be stuck here and go crazy and die a slow and awful death in a place like this AND I AM GOING TO CLAW THE EVER LOVING **** OUT OF THAT OBNOXIOUS ******* ROBOTIC **** FOR SENDING ME HERE, NOT THAT I DON'T WANT ANYONE TO BE STUCK IN THIS NIGHTMARE, BUT I WAS LITERALLY NOT DOING ANYTHING ASIDE FROM HELPING THE WOUNDED AND- PORTAL!!

Dyiana was determined to find it. A dark purple plant among green plants can't be that hard. But nope, not only was this herb found on this specific planet, it was a rare find in a specific window of time. But with how potent it is and how well it can treat and prevent infections, it’s a must have. So she walked around, checking the shade and humidity for the perfect area to search in.

“C’mon, Ashur!” “I’m running as fast as I can!” The two kids ran through the forest near their home, dodging roots, shrubs and low hanging branches. At least, Dyiana was, being as small and agile as she was.

“Come on! If we don’t hurry, Hollar will catch up and take us back!” She called behind her, looking over at her brother, who was a few paces behind her.

“I’m going as fast as I can!” Ashur panted, doing his best to keep up. “Where are we even going? We’re not suppose to go this deep by ourselves!” “Yeah, I know! But when I was climbing some trees the other day, I saw something over here! And since you’re the cooler older brother, I want to see what it is with you!” Ashur couldn’t help but laugh breathlessly, before nearly crashing into Dyiana as they stopped, reaching the thing they were looking for.

“It’s an abandoned road?” Ashur stepped onto it, looking at it as if expecting it to do something. “I was expecting something a little... More?” “Yeah, it’s not much, but think about it!” Dyiana said excitedly. “It’s an abandoned road, meaning we could find something at the end, like.. Like an abandoned shop with all kinds of stuff inside!” “Oooh, or a haunted house!” “Or a graveyard!!” “Alright, you got me interested! Let’s find out where this leads!” 

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After a while of walking, they finally found where the road leads.. And were pretty confused. “A.. cave? Not really what I was thinking-” “Ashur, look!” Dyiana pointed up where just barely seen in the darkness, a ceiling light was there. “Is that a light?” “So this.. Isn’t a natural cave. It was built. Or at least things were built in.” “Where do you think it leads?” 

“Somewhere that would lead you two to a lot of trouble.” The two froze up at the sudden third voice and turned to face them. “Grandpa Elk?” “What are you doing here?”

"I was on my usual walk when I saw you two running further into the forest, and knew you two wouldn’t resist exploring them." The elder replied, walking up to them with his arms crossed.

 The two lowered their heads in shame. "We didn’t think it was dangerous.” “Yeah, I mean.. It’s not like a natural cave, it’s like a tunnel to.. Somewhere.” They tried to defend themselves, causing Elk to sigh. “Yes, it does lead to somewhere. Somewhere you two shouldn’t go on your own.” He adjusted his glasses as he looked down the tunnel.

“So, do you know what’s on the other side, Grandpa?” Dyiana asked, peering in the dark tunnel, then to her Grandpa, who was frowning a bit. “It’s.. Well.. It leads to the Celalis county.” He replied, causing the two to look up in shock. “It’s leads to where Dyiana comes from? I thought it was really far away!” “Well, it’s a long walk.” 

“So.. Why can’t we go?” Dyiana asked, confused. It hadn’t been kept a secret that her kind had left this planet when she was a newborn due to an incident, but that was kinda it. And although it never really bothered her, she was curious to see what kind of place they lived in. 

It was.. Unexpected, to say the least. The Rakans hadn’t heard anything from the Celalis for a while now, all contact cut off and all entrances to their side of land were blocked. They were worried but there really wasn’t anything they could do.

Until, one day out of the blue, about half of the Celalis population suddenly flooded over in the early hours of the morning, more than in a bit of a panic. It took a small while for the sleepy denizens to get them to speed with the situation. The Celalis were at war with themselves, a rebellion rising and hungry for power. This lot that came through had decided to leave the planet, to escape the seemingly never ending fighting. And the Rakans were the best place to do so as the rebellion had taken hold of just about everything, including their connection. They no longer wanted anything to do with them, hence why they hadn't gotten in contact for so long.

Well, they couldn't say no. They were shocked at how bad things sounded, as well as looked considering how everyone looked. They gave as much hospitality as they could and gave them every they could, both resources and information on where they can go.

Once they were ready, the Celalis boarded onto the ship. All except two. Kiya and her oldest son, Keith were just standing there uncertainly. A Rabkan came up to her, looking concerned.

"Miss, shouldn't you join the others?" They were met by a look of someone using all their strength to hold herself together as Kiya turned around, revealing a small baby in her arms, fast asleep.

"I.. I can't take her with us." Kiya said quietly, her voice thick and pained. "I can’t let her grow up in this kind of environment. A childhood that unstable and frightening? I.. I don’t want that for her. I want her to grow up happy and safe. Can..." She paused to force the words. "Can you take her in, please?

After a pause, a rather small, pale furred Rabkan approached, a look of sympathy on her face as she looked at Kiya then to the baby. "She's beautiful. I can see the resemblance in you. What's her name." "Dyiana." "That’s a lovely name." She smiled gently. "We'll take her in." "Ah! Coutta!" A larger, darker furred Rabkan obviously her significant other quickly waddled to her side, a bit startled. Coutta was just smiled at him. "It's fine, Cindian. We have two older boys already, we can add a little girl." Cindian sighed in defeat, but was smiling too. "I can’t argue with that."

Kiya smiled too, though tears fell. "Thank you." Though it felt like her mind was forcing her still, she handed over Dyiana over the them, as well as a small box.

"When you feel it's right, give her this. And tell her that her family loves her very much." She said, chocking back sobs. 

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"Mom? Is.. Is Dyiana going to be okay?" “Of course she is, Keith. That couple seemed to be a very loving couple. She’ll be looked after. You won’t have to worry about your sister.” "...Are you going to be okay?" That question was going to be harder to answer. Was she going to be okay? Her kind were at each others throats, the leader of the rebellion was her husband, causing others to either pity or blame her, and now has to flee to who knows where while leaving her infant daughter behind and had to miss her growing up.

Rovius was doing some last minutes preparations, as well as rallying himself up for the big moment. The big stand that would change everything, that wou-"Rovius." The said Celalis turned to see his wife facing him, her expression grim. "Kiya, what are you doing here? You should be home with the children!" He said, surprised and subsequently worried. Had some of the ignorant opposers attacked his family, as a cheap tactic?

Kiya just shook her head. "Rovius.. I came here to ask you to stop." "What?" "Please, stop this. This isn't the right way to change things." The female begged. "What do you mean!? This is the only way!” Rovius barked, disbelieving of what he was hearing.

Kiya was in just as much disbelief. This man... He wasn’t who she remembered, who she grew up with and fell in love with.. When did this happen? “This is the only way? You haven’t even tried another way! You haven’t properly negotiated with the elders, you just demanded unreasonable and difficult changes and wanted to take charge, turning towards violence when they said no! Do have any regard to the damage you’re causing? What about our children!? Our daughter has barely opened her eye! Is she going to have to open them to see her own kind fighting one another over a pointless cause?”

“IT IS NOT A POINTLESS CAUSE! HOW DARE YOU SPEAK LIKE THAT!” Rovius roared in fury, causing Kiya to flinch back in fear. “YOU’RE MY WIFE! YOU’RE SUPPOSED TO SUPPORT ME, SUPPORT OUR FAMILY! THE OLD WAY OF LIFE WE USED TO FOLLOW IS LIMITED AND ULTIMATELY POINTLESS! WE CAN DO SOME MUCH BETTER, HAVE SO MUCH POTENTIAL! I WILL MAKE THAT HAPPEN!”

“Potential!? You’re destroying our land and homes, instigating violence, endangering other species! How is making weapons and hurting everyone who doesn’t follow you potential!?”

He growled. “I hope this is just a phase of shock. I don’t want to consider you, Kiya, the love of my life and mother of my children, betraying me and your people with those stagnate bastards.” He closed in on her, who was now quietly crying in both fear and shock.

Deep underground, hidden away from society’s eye, a group of Celalis gathered in a wide opening, surrounding a stage where a single spot of light shown through a hole in the ceiling, pouring onto a raised stage. A light that was calling to one Celalis in particular. 

Rovius. He was a tall, well built male, with a presence that everyone noticed. When he talked, others would stop and listen. When he suggested something, others would chime in. So when he became fed up with the systematic, stagnant way of life, all chances of improving and growing stronger being thwarted by those in charge, it was rather easy to get others on his side.

Hushed murmurs and whispers turned to silence as Rovius calmly walked onto the stage, eyeing everyone as he did so, meeting everyone eyes as he did so. He savoured the silence for a moment before finally speaking.

“Friends, it truly pleased me to see you all here. I’ve asked you here, because I have a question for you all.” He spoke, his deep voice booming across the audience, their eyes focused and ears twitching at the sound of his voice. Rovius began to pace around, to keep their attention.

“This. This has gone on for a while now. Our strive to become more than what we are now. As of now, we’re a small civilisation, a mere speck in the universe. If a meteorite were to destroy our planet, what would be our history? Our legacy?” He halted in his pacing and whirled around, his face twisted into a snarl.

“NOTHING! While other species evolve, create, go beyond what thought possible, we’ve been here doing nothing, leaving nothing to show we were here! History will go on without even knowing who we are! We will be forgotten to ever passing of time!” Just as he sensed the unease that statement caused, he smiled.

“But that is why we’re standing here. We can change that. I know we can. You’ve all shown you have superb ability in all kinds. And if we combine our abilities, we can become more! We can be a race worthy of recognition, one of the smartest, strongest, most resourceful kinds out there!” He declared, grinning as the crowd cheered. That grin then turned back into a frown as he went back to pacing in a circles.

“However, as we know, not all of us here. Some are content with the monotonous way of life and those in charge refuse to let us grow, stuck in their old ways.. No matter what we do, what we say, they don’t shift in their ways.” Rovious’ fur visibly bristled in rage, his tail lashing around violently.

“They say we work to make our future great, they’ve said we’ve prospered and will continue to do so. Is this what they consider great? Prosperous!? Letting my children grow and follow the exact same life and their children doing the same!?” He paused to hear the cries of agreement from the crowd.