You dont know?
No, I dont.
Would you like to see what White Hair and Four Arms did?
Julie stared at the innocent creature and said, Yes, if you have time.
I always have time to show his great gift to my people.
Then Julie was in the nesting ground hearing the massive roar of the Torg herds. She watched Scotty as he faced the giant beasts and rushed to save his fellow archers time and time again. He was absolutely amazing with that bowgun. Jingo was also amazing, but she saw it was Scotty that spotted trouble and rushed to stop it. Finally, the vision stopped and the young Zord said, Only two of us survived the prior two cycles. He saved us all. He and his descendants will always have our love and respect.
Julie looked at the Zord and said, Thank you. Is that the reason they named the mountain for him?
The young Zord looked up at the mountain peak and Julie could see his reverence, Yes, it is.
What is your name?
Kreej.
She watched the small Zord walk back to a large group of similarly-sized Zord, and she saw their disappointment. She turned and looked at Scotty still talking with the Giant. She had doubted that he was going to defeat the Magrum. Now she had seen him fire his bowgun and she knew he would defeat them or die in the effort. Tears came to her eyes. He is so much more than my dream. I didnt know that kind of bravery existed.
Vring listened to her and felt her heart. He looked up at Scotty and back at the Red Hair. Zreeg?
Yes, Vring?
I want to share something with you.
Go ahead.
After a few minutes Zreeg said, Do you believe this dream?
I was certain it could not be true, but now I dont know.
Zreeg was silent. Later that night he said, Vring?
Yes.
I am going to be her flyer. I will not let her come to harm. You will have to defend White Hair.
I was hoping you would say that. I cant protect them both if things start happening quickly.
It will be my honor.
Thank you, Zreeg.
The young Zord came back and nudged Julie, Yes?
They may be at it for a quite a while. Would you like to lay down on my wing and rest? The Zord spread his wing next to her and she smiled. It was cold on the ground and she moved and gently laid down on the Zords wing. It was very warm. Another small Zord came forward and covered her with its wing. It was so soft, warm, and comfortable between their two wings. She fell asleep quickly.
Scotty found her between the young Zords wings sleeping soundly. He looked down at her and saw how beautiful she was. He saw she was immediately comfortable with the young Zord. And wonder of wonders, those extremely shy youngsters felt immediately comfortable with her. She possessed a gentle heart like his mother. She was also brave. Scotty felt his heart come alive. The Small Zord sensed his emotions and their excitement rose. Could it be true? The White Hair may be choosing a mate. That means children. Their excitement was felt by the elders up the hill. Bleath looked at the youngsters, I wonder what has them excited?
The three Zord flapped occasionally while flying toward the two communities. Julie was on Zreeg. He had landed next to them as they were preparing to leave and announced that he was Julies flyer. Scotty looked up at Zreeg, Why have you made that decision?
I understand that she will be going back to free her family. She needs her own protector and she needs to learn to fly. Now is a good time to start that process.
Julie looked up at the giant Zord and smiled, You are very gallant, brave flyer. I am humbled by your choice and I am honored to be your rider.
Scotty and Jingo stood there with their mouths open. Where had she learned to talk to Zord in their terms? Zreeg put his front leg forward. Julie sat on his claws and was lifted to his back. Where did she learn to do that? Jingo looked at Scotty and said, That is one remarkable Human female. Most of the ones I know would never get that close to a Zord, even though they know theyre our friends.
Scotty agreed. He was a little disappointed that she wasnt riding back with him, but Zreeg was right. He was going to be too busy to make sure she was safe. He couldnt fight effectively with another rider. He knew Zreeg would take care of her.
They lifted and turned toward the two communities. After two hours Julie thought, Zreeg, why did you really choose me?
Zreeg was caught; he didnt want to tell her the truth.
Julie said, If were going to be a team we must be honest with each other. I have seen the Night of the Torg and I know why the Zord treasure Scotty. I know you are here because by looking out for me, you are actually looking out for him.
Zreeg decided, White Hair is falling in love with you. No one has ever touched his heart; you are the first. I have seen your dream and, though I doubt it happening, you are also being drawn to him. I cannot risk you coming to harm and hurting White Hair with your loss.
Julie remained silent for a long time. Zreeg, I understand that your warriors once attacked the two communities. Why did you stop?
Zreeg said, Because White Hair saved Vring.
Can you show me? Suddenly, Julie was there watching a giant Torg charging while the Zord watching was trapped by a giant limb. She watched as a much younger Scotty nursed the injured Zord back to health. She laughed as Jingo almost broke a leg trying to run from the initial meeting with Vring and his father. Zreeg continued and shared with her all that had happened since. It was when she saw Scottys mother being killed that she grew frightened. She knew Scotty was going after Grang. He was so dangerous and he had that blaster. She thought to Zreeg, If it comes down to it, we must make sure he is safe. My life means nothing compared to his.
Zreeg was ecstatic. This female was worthy. Zreeg, I mean it.
I know, Red Hair. Let us hope that moment does not happen.
Julie liked Zreeg. She knew that she had found her heart. She looked over at Scotty laying back on Vring and felt the bonds between them. So different, but so alike. She needed to learn how to shoot a bowgun.
They arrived at the communities and Vring issued a loud scream as they approached. Julie saw the thousands begin running to the clearing below them. They gathered and sat in a circle around the fire in the center. After the communities were gathered, the three Zord turned and dove toward the clearing. Julie was proud that she rode Zreeg effortlessly and actually enjoyed the flight down.
The communities were shocked at the red haired female riding a Zord. The young women in the crowd were stunned. She made it look so easy. They also noticed that Scotty dismounted, ran to the young woman, and assisted her off her Zord. Many were jealous at the attention he was giving her.
Jing and Samuel watched the young female flying on the Zord and looked at each other. When Scotty ran and assisted her, they looked at each other again and shared a look. Jesa waited as Jingo arrived, but she also saw Scottys attention on the red haired Human female. Then Jingo was there covering her and Maddy with kisses. Julie saw Jingo rush up to a Cainth female and young baby and start kissing them. Look at that, Jingos a father. I bet that babys already talking.
Zreeg said to her privately, His mate is brave beyond words. She insisted he go with White Hair to your lands. Those two are bonded.
I can see that, Zreeg.
Scotty helped her down even though she didnt need his help. She allowed it because she wanted every female in the gathering to know he was off limits. She took his hand and he led her to Samuel and Jing. The older women in the crowd saw that this stranger had won the heart of their son. They were determined to see if she was worthy. They looked at each other and could see that Scotty had finally found someone. They withheld their judgment until they could meet her.