First Spark

Darkness. Utter stillness. Then, a low rumble vibrated in my chest. I rolled my shoulders back and tilted my snout upward. The glowing outlines of my wings flared. I curled my tail forward and gave it a deliberate flick. A burst of bright embers crackled at the tip, casting sharp orange light against the surrounding void. Good. The fire is mine, and I am awake.