The Rose
I can't fly with him on my back. He will fall. Human bodies aren't meant to ride dragons. They are fragile and thus they break easily. I assume Lush is no different. And in this state, absolutely not. But I need to get him back to the castle.
Nix has disappeared and I couldn't care less about him right now. I shall deal with him later. First, I need to take care of Lush.
I turn my head toward Edward who is still in shock. "Do you plan on only gawking or could you assist me to check up on His Highness's condition?"
The rim of Edward's eyes are red and tears are welling in those dark orbs but he nods nonetheless, "My deepest apologize, My Lord."
I slowly bend my neck and guide Lush down my back gently. I lay him down on the hard and cold ground. The paleness of his face makes my heart ache for unfathomable reasons.
