Lovely story of desire and determination. Icarus' motivation was freedom from his shackles and perhaps duties as he wasn't allowed to venture farther than assigned. I love how he showed the surprised gull that he could do it. The bird probably hadn't seen him go to such heights before. But eventually, his path was pre-determined. He wasn't free to go beyond his destiny.

I like in the end where he defied his father in one last attempt to experience the feeling of freedom, being able to go beyond his limits despite knowing the consequences. A thoughtful read. Nicely done.

Thanks for sharing. Take care.
!LADY