We were sitting at a table at Elves Inn. The atmosphere was heavy with uncertainty and hesitation. Everyone, including Eva and Jethro, were silent. None were making eye contact with me. Their interest was completely devoted to the oak table that was in front of them. I really didn't have much hunger so I ended up just sipping on some lemonade. After some time, the silence became unbearable to me. Clearing my throat, I was able to get everyone's attention.
"Well then," I started out slowly, "If you aren't going to talk to me, I guess I'll just start rambling."
Derrick, who was absently twirling a knife on the oak table, looked up and glared. His lips were in a frown of disgust, "How can you even be fine with this?" Erick looked to his twin, concerned for his brother's sudden rage of emotion. "Mel, you're supposed to be exterminated in less than three hours and here you are sitting down and drinking your damn lemonade like nothing is going to happen! What if your plan doesn't work? What if your Dragon doesn't intervene like its supposed to?"
"Hey!" I stood up, slamming my hands down on the table. My chair screeched back causing a everyone to jump. "I have faith in Metzli and so should you! She chose me, not any other warrior out there. Instead of having hundreds of warriors she only has one and I'm sure she's going to do what she can so I can live on her legacy." Right, Metzli? I thought. There was no response from her. My heart dropped. For a split moment, I began to panic, my Dragon was not answering me.
Everyone's look was sullen, they wanted to believe me but they just couldn't help but expect the worst. Their expressions were not making me feel any better, and soon I started to to side with their concern. Metzli wasn't answering. What if she was having second thoughts? Maybe she decided that she was better off finding someone new. Someone more agile, more graceful, more experienced when it came to fighting. I gave a huff in irritation and began to leave. Eva stood up and raised an arm, her voice was soft but it was filled with concern. I knew that she wanted to say more than my name but I just cut her off, "I need to meditate, please, let me have some time to myself." I sauntered off, not wanting to everyone to see my ends unraveling. I know the twins felt it but right now I need to get away. The longer I stayed, the more confidence I will lose.
I don't know how I was back at the same hill I was before when I spoke to Blaze but I was. I sat down and tried to calm myself. Taking deep breathes, I did my best to focus and hone in on my Dragon. My face contorted and my hands balled into fists. I couldn't sense her. I couldn't feel her. I couldn't find her. I had no connection to my Dragon at all. Finally, I snapped. All my fears about what was soon to come bubbled forward and tears began to flow freely. I let out a frustrated scream and punched the ground with both fists.
"Everything okay?"
I stayed in the same position I was when I punched the ground; hunched over, fists resting and forehead touching the grass. I was too mad to move, too mad to care. Instead, I just counted my breathes before speaking. "Why are you here, Blaze?" I sat up straight and gave a large exhale. I turned to him, my face completely void of expression. Boy, the sight I must've been.
He cautiously came next to me and sat down. "Sol told me to come."
"Oh wonderful. The great sun dragon himself was able to communicate with his warrior but mine can't." I huffed and looked away, not wanting to meet it golden hues.
"No, that's not it. I've been trying to find you for awhile, Mel. He told me this awhile back. Metzli and him are having a meeting with the other dragons."
I looked back to him, clearly confused to what he was talking about, "Meeting? Why would they have one?"
He just chuckled and shook his head, "Because of you, dumbass. What they're planning to do is going against tradition. I'm sure they're just letting the other Dragons know why they're making this exception." He rummaged through his pockets before pulling out a handkerchief. He laid it gently on my lap, unsure how I was planning to react. "Look, I get it. I would be scared shitless if this was happening to me and my Dragon wasn't answering my calls. But I'm here for you, okay?"
I took a large breath, running both my hands through my short hair. I gripped what little locks I've had and rested my elbows on my knees. "This shouldn't have happened. I'm a disgrace and I'm gonna lose all honor my clan has been building up for years. How am I going to live with myself knowing that I was supposed to die but instead have my Dragon save me? It's like I've turned tailed and ran crying to my mom. I've only had Metzli for about seven months and this is how I honor her." I leaned back against the tree and looked at Blaze. He had a solemn look to him, his golden aura was a low faint glow but the warmth that was coming through was...comforting. "I'm a horrible Warrior. I don't deserve this title or Metzli."
"Oh shut up." The golden boy faced me, his hands on my shoulders. I saw his iris' swirling intensely underneath his furrowed brows. "Look, Metzli chose you. She talks to you, she's evening going against tradition for you. Why would she do that? Your Dragon chose you for a reason and she's not giving you up so easily. Who cares if you're still new at this? You're learning and from here on out you're gon' get a hell of a lot stronger." His anger was seeping through his hands because I felt heat rippling from his hands down to my shoulders. The fuzzy feeling that I got when we first shook hands came back again. I sighed in defeat, he had a point. "So, what are you going to do?"
I removed his hands and stood up, "Shouldn't I be asking you that? Does Sarah know what you're doing?" Blaze gave a confused look. He's probably wondering why I would bring up his girlfriend. "It's almost morning , you're in a secluded area with another girl. Aren't you the least bit worried about what she's going to think?" I stretched a bit and started walking towards the arena. I noticed the sky changing from its unending sea of stars to the early morning shades of pink, orange, and yellow.
The sun warrior stood up and followed. "I've talked to her about this and she seems understanding." He kept his hands behind his back while he kept pace with me. "It took me awhile but I finally realized why my Dragon would talk to me about you. You're the Moon warrior. You're literally my other half, my partner in crime. Sol was looking out for you and now I know why." The look I was giving must have been a confused one because Blaze just laughed. "I'm not trying to be romantic here. You're the moon, I'm the sun, the perfect duo! So, as my partner, I am here to support you. I talked to Sarah and she knows I have no feelings towards you, so it's all good."
I just nodded slowly, trying to grasp the reality behind Blaze's sudden appearances. "Well thanks...I guess."
The arena was in view when Blazed decided to pat my back, "No prob pal! Now, let's get this execution over with."
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Author's note: ahhh almost done. Okay I sorta have a plan for another story but I'm still trying to figure it all out. I also have another story idea completely unrelated to the dragon series but I'll be updating that in the meantime. Comment on what you think i should do!
