The warrior, with dented armor, had hoped to ride the horse close to the dragon. More so than the last time, the horse just became too reluctant.
He cleared his head. Last time his goal was clear. This time, he would be taking a task.
As he walks, the brush of tree leaves is occasionally marked by a deeper thump of rubbing tree branches. A bird will drive off from place in noisy display and some insects will make sounds.
Nothing challenges the perception of welcome isolation. Even on finding the rock clearing with the dragon and two people.
He approaches in a formal measured stride.
The dragon lets out a warm breath and rises into a seated pose with head held high.
The head and neck dip to assure the warrior he is the focus of attention.
Thoughts of dragon come into his mind "I am impressed with your clear understanding, and your devotion to think through a matter. This is the task I want you to take on: These two should have a good life in freedom, to the best of your ability to arrange for them. I will eventually return to this world, but I do not expect that you would fail in this matter. "
The warrior drops to a knee and holds a closed hand to his chest.
The dragon turns to speak to the damsel and her father "A new life awaits you. I have every confidence in this person to guide you and advise you."
The warrior bows to the girl and clasps the fathers hand with two.
As they walk away from the solid stone clearing, the dragon slowly finds the exact same resting position.
The warrior helps the damsel and father onto the horse and walks them towards the nearest port town.
Hardly would a more pleasant day be available for this journey.
After a while, the father asks if they should walk and he riding.
"No. I understand that would be more suitable and expected here.
I am taking, today, a journey. A transition from my life here, back to the life I will find on my return.
As a knight, they would expect me to escort those under my protection in this way. If a threat were to appear, you two would ride ahead. I would stand to engage and defend.
Tell me. I know your work in this place, your expected roles. Tell me the things you liked doing or wanted to do."
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Just Good Friends With The Dragon
FantasyLife is good. I take part time jobs to help out with money. It bring smiles at dinner with my Mom and sister. Mom got sick, so I focus more on working. When Mom died I coped day by day. When my sister got married she suggested I move away. It...
