Sparky's Arc

Chapter 2 of 10

Sparky watched the bright streak grow closer in the void. A famous traveler had seen his message and was racing toward him fast. Sparky's glow flickered. He had nothing ready. He had to greet this guest, and he had to do it now. He scooped a handful of pastel sparkle dust from the small nebula pup curled at his side. The pup shook its bright fur, sending more shimmering grains into the air. Sparky packed the dust into a tiny pouch. This would be his welcome gift, small enough to hold, bright enough to remember. Next, Sparky lit the welcome fireworks he had been saving. They bloomed above him in a great cloud of color, hanging in the dark like a sign. Pink, blue, and gold sparks spun together, marking his spot in the empty sky. The streak slowed. A tall, glittering visitor drifted into the light of the firework cloud and smiled. "I followed your call," the guest said. Sparky pressed the pouch into their hand. The festival had its first true arrival, and word would spread fast.