The Wars to Come - J.S.

31 - SAFE

— winterfell —

The nightmares became less frequent for Aurora as the two weeks passed by. Each day she shared with her friends, and each night she slept a little better. 

Healing is a process, and she isn't sure how long it will take before she can look at the sword her brother gave her without feeling sad. But she is sure that she's ready to use it. 

"We're leaving today." she says softly as she straps her sword around her waist. Jon is pulling his shirt over his head as he turns to face her.

A sad smile appears on his face, the same one he always has. "I know. Be careful."

"I'm always careful. You're the one that needs to be reminded about that."

Jon chuckles, a genuine smile crossing his lips as his hands come to rest on her hips and her arms wind around his neck. 

"I'll be careful, I promise."

She presses a soft kiss to his lips. "I'll see you in King's Landing."

He pulls her closer, her head resting against his chest as he hugs her tightly.

"I love you." he says softly.

"And I love you."

—

Aurora steps out into the courtyard with her sword on her hip, her hair tied back into a long braid that trails down the back of her gray coat. A smile graces her lips as she takes a deep breath, letting the cold air fill her lungs as she watches the army preparing to leave. 

"Aurora." she hears from her left, she turns to see Daenerys approaching with Tyrion and Varys behind her. 

"My Queen." she nods as they stop beside her. 

"You look well this morning." Daenerys comments with a smile.

Aurora nods, "I was just going to ready my horse." 

"About that.. How would you like to fly to Dragonstone?" 

A large smile breaks out on Aurora's face despite her attempts to bite it back. Daenerys and Tyrion chuckle. 

The two women bid Tyrion and Varys goodbye and make their way to the dragons.

Both the dragons injuries have healed well over the past weeks, as have Aurora's many wounds.

Aurora pats the green dragon before he lowers his wing for her to climb up. Once she is settled on his back, gloved hands gripping tightly to the horns in front of her, she glances across to Daenerys.

"Remember, we need to keep an eye out for any ships while we're flying. We have no idea where the Iron Fleet is right now." 

Aurora nods in agreement.

"Ready?" the Queen asks with a mischievous smile, reminding Aurora of the first time they flew together. 

"Always." 

Rhaegal takes off as Aurora leans forward on his back, Drogon takes off seconds after and soon they are flying side by side.

A small laugh escapes Aurora's mouth as she lets herself enjoy the freedom of flight once more.

The riding parties can be seen preparing beneath them, Jon's group heading to the south while the other group makes their way to White Harbor. 

The two dragons fly in circles a few times until the group headed for White Harbor starts moving, and then they follow.