Caelum's Short Story: The Aves

Long ago, in a time where only land animals existed there was a bird named Aves. Unlike, the birds we know of today Aves wasn’t able to fly nor were any other animals. Day after day, he would stare up at the trees branches and clouds wishing that he could, at least just once, touch them. He had tried many times to climb the trees but his tiny, fragile legs weren’t capable of taking him to the top. One evening, out of anger and spite, he yelled up to the Sky God, “Caelum! Why do you create such beautiful things just for people to look at and not to touch?” Surprisingly Caelum replied to Aves’ calling, “No one has proved worthy enough to touch my angelic creations except myself.” “I am worthy of this gift! How can I show you?” pleaded the …show more content…
He knew it would be a long journey, but all he thought about was being able to touch the puffy, snow colored clouds, and the exotic tree branches. On his expedition he ran into many obstacles including dark forests, tall mountains, and vicious animals. Nothing distracted Aves from his goal, he just took every difficulty one by one until he finally overcame them. After two days he had reached the sacred tree, Malum. He spoke to Malum gently and kindly, “Goddess of all trees, will you do me one favor and give me just one drop of your sweet sap?” The tree awoke, “My sap is only given to the most genuine, brave, and kind souls. Brush one of your feathers upon my bark and we will put you to the test.” Answering Malum’s request, Aves touched a few of his feathers to her, praying he would pass. He waited a few minutes, but nothing happened. “I’m sorry my darling, I’m afraid you didn’t pass. My sap will not drop.” Instantly Aves began to sob. “I have done everything that has been asked of me! I made the trip! I overcame the obstacles! What have I done wrong?” Suddenly just like Aves tears, sap began to poor out of Malum. He was shocked. “Yes! Thank you so much! I have done it! I have finally done