A Dragon's Love

Chapter 10

Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning gathered around, their expressions a mix of gratitude and concern. "Are you sure you two will be alright?" Karina asked, her eyes reflecting genuine worry.

Yeji nodded confidently, her orange eyes gleaming with determination. "We'll be fine. Thank you for your hospitality and for everything you've done for us."

Ryujin smiled warmly, giving each member of the AESPA pack a hug. "Yeah, thanks a lot. You guys are amazing. If you ever need help, don't hesitate to find us."

Winter chuckled, ruffling Ryujin's hair. "Stay safe, you two. And remember, our pack is always here for you."

As they turned to leave, Ningning called out, "Hey, Ryujin! Don't forget to visit us when you get the chance. We've got more stories to share!"

Ryujin laughed, waving back. "You bet!"

Yeji and Ryujin stood at the edge of the forest, the AESPA pack waving their goodbyes from a distance. After a while, they emerged from the forest into a wide, expansive grass field, the kind that stretched out like the European plains Ryujin had once read about. The endless green seemed to meet the sky in the distance, and the gentle breeze made the tall grass sway rhythmically.

"That was quite an experience," Ryujin said, breaking the silence. "AESPA is really something."

Yeji nodded, her orange eyes scanning the horizon. "Yeah, they're special. It's not often you meet hybrids and humans who get along so well."

As they walked, they fell into a comfortable conversation, talking about everything and nothing at the same time. The wide-open space and the clear blue sky above seemed to put them both at ease.

"So," Ryujin began with a teasing tone, "what's it like being the fierce dragon hybrid that everyone fears?"

Yeji let out a low dragon growl in response, her wings twitching slightly. "You're asking for trouble, Ryujin."

Ryujin laughed, her eyes sparkling with mischief. "Oh, come on, Yeji. That growl was adorable. You're like a big, scaly kitten."

Yeji's eyes narrowed playfully. "Adorable, huh?" With a sudden burst of speed, she tackled Ryujin, sending them both tumbling down a gentle slope. The world spun around them as they rolled, laughter mingling with the rustling of grass.

When they finally came to a stop, Yeji was on top of Ryujin, her hands pinning Ryujin's wrists to the ground. They both breathed heavily, faces flushed from the tumble. Yeji's dragon eyes glowed with intensity as she looked down at Ryujin.

For a moment, neither of them spoke. The only sounds were their breaths and the distant chirping of birds. The tension between them was palpable, charged with an energy that neither could quite place.

Ryujin broke the silence, her voice soft. "You know, you look really fierce from this angle."

Yeji's expression softened, a small smile tugging at her lips. "And you look really vulnerable."

Ryujin raised an eyebrow, a playful smirk forming on her face. "Oh? Should I be scared?"

Yeji leaned in closer, her voice barely more than a whisper. "Maybe."

They stayed like that for a few moments, the intensity of their gazes holding them in place. Then, Yeji's serious expression broke, and she let out a laugh, rolling off Ryujin and lying beside her on the grass.

Ryujin laughed too, sitting up and brushing some stray grass from her clothes. "You really had me there for a second."

Yeji propped herself up on her elbows, still chuckling. "You should see your face when you're trying to act tough."