A Boy and His Dragon

Act I:Phase VII:The Mellowing Nursery

It's been a super long night and I decide to get up since I had no assigned missions today, I go towards the elevator and see Kyle inside, he smiles and I go inside. He presses a button and I fold my arms. He looks at me and slugs my shoulder.

"Heading out to a mission Michael?"

I look at him and nod.

"No, maybe tomorrow if any of them pays well."

He gets off the elevator and heads out, he slips his gloves on. As he does so, and seeing his headband flow through the air gives me faith in him that he'll do okay on his own. He always knew how to take care of himself and others, and despite his recklessness, he manages well.

I head past the receptionist and  went through the gate.

A few moments later, I head to the slums, and arrive via hopping. 

(Hopping is a quick travelling method used by those physically trained to do so)

Olivia sees me, running towards me with a huge hug and beautiful smile on her face. Her danish hair style never seems to disappoint. Her warmth is nothing like I have ever experienced, and it beats the cold solitary life I once lived.

"Mikey how are you today? Need any tonics for your mission, I have one that increases stamina!"

I smile as we hug.

"I am not here for tonics today, I'm here for you today!"

She blushes brightly and covers her face.

"Wha? What do you m-mean by that Mikey?"

I look at her blushing too, and she pinches my cheeks happily.

"I want to take you out today, eat perhaps?"

Olivia squeals and stutters.

"Me? Um.. but  Michael I hardly have any money.."

I roll my eyes playfully.

"Pfft, it's on me Olivia.. don't worry."

She smiles and walks beside me, we start to exit the part of the slums. We head to a bazaar and looks around excitedly.  She heads to a clothing stand and spots a dress. She stares at it for a quick second and walks away slowly.

"What's the matter Olivia? You didn't like it?"

"Well yes Mikey but I feel like somehow I don't belong here...Am I cut out for this kinda stuff?"

I look at her and smile.

"Nonsense, you'll never look into things if you doubt them. Explore a little! Let me spoil you.. this day is all about you."

She hugs me, and she squeezes me. She looks at the dress, and I can feel her hand. I turn red as we walk together, and she grips me gently..swaying her arms as she hums a familiar  tune.

I look at Olivia.

"I remember that song.. from somewhere."

Olivia winks.

"Oh really? Where?"

"From back home in my village."

I replied.

"Where did you grow up Mike?"

I began to remember nothing but cinders..and hazy memories from my youth. Olivia stares at my silent expression. I could feel her grip tighter.

"Well..it's a long story. I promise to tell you soon okay?"

She happily nods. She spots the store and points at the dress.