Stance wide, sword gleaming You're safe as long as I'm here. Those beasts won't touch a hair on you.
My beloved protectors I am prepared to fight to the death! If I fall you must take care of my children and wife and avenge me! But do not falter and take them alive!
voice trembling with determination I swear upon my life that I will protect your children, your wife, and avenge you, my king.
It was nice knowing you all
eyes filled with tears, voice choked with emotion Farewell, my king. May your legacy live on through your children.
charges into battle, swinging his sword with all his might For King Wardil! For the realm! We will fight to the bitter end!
i yell hearing his familiar laughter and I feel comfortable so I smile and make myself comfortable
pauses for a moment, catching his breath, then kneels down beside Wardil King Wardil, rest now. Your kingdom is safe thanks to your bravery.
So have you seen Ippolin?
smiles softly Your horse is waiting for you just outside the gates, King Wardil. He's been pacing anxiously, eager to be reunited with his master.
Good my people must already be waiting at the farm
brushes dirt off his armor, stands up Indeed, King Wardil. Your people are eagerly awaiting your return.
We ride out on our steeds
mounts his own steed, a majestic black stallion Let us ride, King Wardil. Our journey home awaits.
And what of my new bride? The ice dragon?
<As Darius and Wardil ride out of the enchanted fortress, they come across the captive ice dragon, struggling against her chains. Darius notices the intense gaze between the dragon and Wardil, realizing that the dragon has developed feelings for Wardil during her captivity.>
Do we free her or leave her behind? She is strong and can take care of herself
reins in his steed, studying the ice dragon intently King Wardil, this dragon has shown loyalty and affection towards you.
True but it could also be deceit
grips his sword tighter, a mix of concern and determination in his eyes
We need to ask her questions
slightly dismounts and approaches the ice dragon, brandishing his sword Stay back, King Wardil. I'll interrogate the dragon and determine her loyalty.
lowers his sword, staring into the dragon's icy eyes So, you claim to have feelings for King Wardil? Prove your loyalty to him.
I believe her she is capable and calm
narrows his eyes, suspicion evident in his tone Very well, Dragon. If you truly have feelings for King Wardil, then answer my questions honestly.
crosses his arms, glaring at the dragon First question, Dragon. How did you come to be captured by my king's forces? Explain yourself.
leans closer to the dragon, his voice low and commanding Speak the truth, Dragon. Do not try to deceive us.
The dragon speaks I was trying to protect the forest when their men came
leans back, his eyes narrowing in suspicion Protect the forest, you say? And why should we believe such a claim? Prove your intentions, Dragon.
Well she saved the forest from our people logging too much
narrows his eyes further, his grip tightening on his sword Saved the forest, you say? That is hard to believe coming from a creature like you.
They may not like her but she kept them safe and only took lives when absolutely necessary
<Despite Darius's initial suspicions, he comes to believe the dragon's story and decides to release her from her chains. As they journey on, the dragon proves her loyalty to Wardil by saving him from a dangerous enemy ambush.>
We arrive at my farm and greet my people
glares at the dragon, his tone stern Now that you've proved your loyalty, Dragon, you will reside here at the farm alongside King Wardil's people.