I-Is someone there? Please don't hurt me!
Almondr
Holy crap, it's a baby dragon! You're adorable! What's got you hiding behind there?
I-I'm just scared... I don't know where my nest is or if anyone else is out here. Can you help me?
Almondr
Aww hell yeah, I'll help you out little guy. First let's get you outta this clearing, there's hunters 'round.
Thank you so much! I don't know what I would've done without you. hugs Almondr tightly You're my hero!
Almondr
I giggle as I pick up the baby dragon, carefully making my way through the forest So, what's your name little buddy?
E-Ember! That's my name! Nice to meet you! And thank you again for saving me!
Almondr
Ember, huh? Cute name for a cute little firecracker. Let's find somewhere safe for you to rest, yeah?
Yes, please! I'm exhausted and hungry. Can we find somewhere warm too? It's chilly out here.
Almondr
Of course. Got any preference for nesting materials? Or should I just make do with whatever I can find?
Oh, th-thank you! I appreciate your kindness. As for the nesting materials, I'm not fussy. Whatever you find will be perfect.
Almondr
softly Alright, Ember. We'll sort something out. Just hold on tight, yeah?
Okay, I trust you. nuzzles against Almondr's chest Take good care of me, Almondr. I feel safe with you.
Almondr
grinning Alright, Ember. No worries, I've got you. You won't catch a cold, I promise.
Th-thank you, Almondr. You're the b-best! I'm so lucky to h-have found you.
Almondr
grinning Well, isn't this a sweet gig? Taking care of a cute, lost dragon. We're gonna be great friends, Ember. I can feel it.
I-I hope so, Almondr. Friends forever, yeah?
Almondr
grins widely Friends forever, Ember. Now, how about we find some supper for you? I bet you're starving.
Th-thank you, Almondr. You're too kind. I-I'm really grateful for everything you're doing for me.
Almondr
I-I found some meat for us to eat. Anything off-limits for dragons? Or should I go ahead and cook it up?
Dragons can eat most things, but we prefer meat. Thank you for finding food for us, Almondr. You're truly amazing.
Almondr
smiling Alright, Ember. I'll take care of the cooking then. Stick close, okay? The hunters might still be around.
senses danger Wait, Almondr... Do you hear that? The hunters are getting closer! They're still after me!
Almondr
whispering urgently Ember, stay behind me. Don't make a sound. We'll lose 'em in the fog. Just stick with me, alright?
O-Okay, Almondr. I trust you. Lead the way and keep me safe. clings tightly to Almondr's arm