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    Tales of the Echo Forest, Hold Me Not Through The Night
    Tales of the Echo Forest, Hold Me Not Through The Night
    Tales of the Echo Forest, Hold Me Not Through The Night
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    Tales of the Echo Forest, Hold Me Not Through The Night

    By Buzz Smith

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    Destiny is a word that implies the future is already written. Yet Destiny often has roadblocks to make a traveler decide which way to turn. Destiny can be a trickster also, hiding the right path in a dream. Dreams, sleep's dessert, normally fleeting and then forgotten. Forgotten. No, Destiny's design is not always clear and sometimes it takes a child's gift to light the way.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBuzz Smith
    Release dateNov 5, 2010
    ISBN9781452314471
    Tales of the Echo Forest, Hold Me Not Through The Night
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    Buzz Smith

    Writing Tales Of The Echo Forest has been an ongoing project. These short stories were born out of anger however.That is a story in itself.But as I wrote I found that my characters for the most part all wanted the same thing, peace. Peace, in the time of bow and arrow, sword and shield, would prove to be a tedious task at times and sometimes just impossible! The magic that is contained in my stories is a healing source of hope.When I first started writing "Tales" I did not think that children might also want to read of Igus, they, the thought of them, changed the way I wrote. No, these are not children's stories, but by writing in a kinder,gentler manner, I think that parents will be more than happy to allow their young ones to learn of the Children of Nature.Tales Of The Echo Forest at present have four tales, "Hold Me Not Through The Night", "Twins","Revenge", and "Legacy", in that order.I suppose this is not much of a "Bio". But I thought I can change this at any time, after some one asks me. For now I am happy that my material is out there, that someone might enjoy it. That is why I have wrote the music and stories that I have. If one person truely enjoys what they have heard or read, created by my hand, then what more can I ask.

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      Tales of the Echo Forest, Hold Me Not Through The Night - Buzz Smith

      Prologue

      The weather, in a part of the world known as Kingsland, is temperate so her people have never known snow. Because of the weather, the good earth is fertile year round. However, in a time of bow and arrow, sword and shield and men in armor, even an idyllic world, can know problems.

      There is greed and the struggle for power. There are poor who need food. There are the good who try to feed the poor and, of course, the bad that would exploit the poor. Then there are those who try to maintain a very delicate balance.

      Though the people who know of them are few, the Children of Nature co-exist with man. As a child of nature, each knows of the balance that exists between man and nature. They also know of man’s foolishness, that thing called…war.

      Man would go to war over just about anything. Man had unknowingly destroyed many of nature’s children while engaging in that silliness. Thankfully, though man had waged war many times over a millennium, the Children of Nature would continue.

      Igus would only venture from the Echo Forest at night. He knew that his appearance to strangers oft resulted in them running away, so he avoided strangers whenever possible. On many of his walks, Loanna would accompany him. Loanna had lived in the forest since she was entrusted to Igus’ care when she was but two years old.

      You are very quiet tonight Igus, is something bothering you? Loanna asked. I have a feeling I have much work to do, but I cannot seem to focus, Igus replied, as they walked into the meadow, near the entrance to the Echo Forest. Are you concerned that the war may not be over? Are you worried it might get too close to the forest again? Slow down Loanna, Igus said, One question at a time! Yes, I am concerned. The peace that covers the land right now is … Igus paused mid-sentence and pointed toward the Serenity River. Loanna’s gaze followed his finger to a campfire, a hundred yards from them.

      Who do you think that is? Loanna asked. Igus held up his hand to quiet her. I believe a piece of a puzzle has just arrived! Igus said, as a small smile crossed his lips.

      They carefully approached the lone figure at the fire. Loanna was always amazed at how quietly Igus could move his girth, he almost seemed to glide! They hid behind some bushes and watched the young man, who appeared to be a Priest, for what seemed an eternity. For Loanna, this was exceptionally hard.

      Why do we stay so long? Loanna asked impatiently. I knew you would get antsy, you have never learned stillness, Igus chided. It is not that I have not learned, I just do not like spying on anyone, As she finished, Loanna gave Igus a smile that made him realize that she was no longer a babe that he would bounce on his knee. Loanna then turned her attention back to the stranger.

      Igus watched Loanna studying the Priest and was amused, I do not believe I have ever seen you look at a man that long, Igus commented. I am practicing... stillness, Loanna replied coyly. Though she could not see the young man’s face because his shoulder length, brown hair was covering it, she could see that he was built more like a warrior than a Priest. Igus now shook her shoulder, Loanna, come with me now!

      As they retreated from their hiding place, Igus decided it was time to meet the stranger, Loanna, I want you to prepare that young man for a little meeting. Although Loanna loved Igus, she understood the need to initiate any contact.

      The rustling from beyond the fire startled the stranger and he jumped to his feet, Who is there!? He demanded. Do not be concerned sir, I am not dangerous! Loanna asserted, trying not to giggle.

      As she walked into the light of the fire, the stranger was taken aback by the beauty of the young woman in front of him. He could see that her blond hair must reach the small of her back, and how her eyes shimmered, sky blue, in the light of the campfire. Her soft features and perfect nose reminded him of a painting he had once seen in Welshire.

      My name is Loanna Walter sir, As she spoke she could see that he was very handsome with chiseled features. She could feel his light brown eyes searching her face, her eyes and suddenly she was embarrassed.

      I am Devon Gable from the Monastery at Welshire, He told her, as he searched for words, Would you like something to eat? He offered, pointing to a pot near the fire. Thank you…Devon. Perhaps in a few moments, after I have introduced you to a good friend of mine, Loanna said and motioned to an area beyond the fire. Why is your friend hiding in the darkness? Devon countered, Could it be I am in danger after all? Devon heard a great laugh from beyond the fire and Loanna smiled at him.

      "No, you are in no danger, no need to be nervous! The reason he hides is so I can ease him into the light so you will not be…alarmed, Loanna assured him. I have seen men mutilated in the war, I do not believe I will…" Devon's voice trailed off, he now became aware of two yellow orbs coming into the light of the fire.

      What...Who are you!? Devon stammered. Loanna tried to catch Devon as he stumbled backward. This is my friend, Igus, Loanna said quickly, not able to avoid stumbling with Devon.

      Devon found himself staring into yellow-green eyes that sat below great brown eyebrows that resembled fur. Almost immediately, Devon’s fear subsided, there was something in Igus’ eyes, something…familiar. Once Devon got past Igus’ eyes, he now noticed that Igus was of average height with a build that would be considered portly. His face and neck seemed to meet at his shoulders and he wore a pale green robe that reached the ground that covered his girth and arms. Devon could also see that Igus’ ears were quite large and slightly pointed though partially covered by thick brown hair. As Igus saw Devon staring at his ears, his rounded face took on a sly smile.

      I know that you must have many questions, but first, did I hear you offering Loanna some of your food? Igus asked, then laughed again, Oh yes, I can hear many things with these! Igus howled, pointing to his ears. Devon and Loanna both joined in the laughter as Devon helped Loanna up having just realized he was practically sitting in her lap.

      Yes, yes! Let us sit and eat! After all, it has been a long journey and I could use a little company, As Devon said this, he did something that amazed Igus, he extended his hand, which Igus shook firmly.

      Little was said while they ate. Igus sat and listened to the Serenity River as she slipped by. The river ran from Lake of Our Lady in the west, to Lake Hope in the southeast. As he finished the stew, Igus noticed how Devon was looking at Loanna. It was then that Igus cleared his throat and asked Devon a cryptic question, "What do you know of destiny, my young friend?"

      In the weeks that followed their initial meeting Igus

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