“I can’t imagine how you’ll get there on your own.” Sebastian said with a shrug. “You’re going to need to find a way to get there.”
Benjamin looked down and noticed many dragons flying about and living their lives to the fullest. His face brightened up as he tried to snap his fingers.
“That’s it! I never thought I’d say this, but you’re a genius!”
“I am? Who are you, and what have you done with—?” Sebastian shook his head. “Never mind that. What’s your big idea?”
“I want to ride a dragon!”
“Absolutely not.” Darla peeked her head out the window, causing the other two to jump back in horror.
“How—?” Benjamin was about to ask when she climbed back up and brushed herself off. “I mean, why not?”
“Dragons require trust, care, and affection from their partners before riding them fully.” She explained to him. “Considering your breakdown earlier, I doubt they’d want you anytime soon.”
“Aw man, this sucks!”
Benjamin slumped against the wall and crossed his arms, pondering over what to do next. Sebastian frowned, then looked back at the horizon and scratched his chin. They didn’t have all day to think about it, but how could they get there in such a short amount of time? His face lit up. Of course, why didn’t he think of it sooner? Sebastian snapped his fingers and turned his attention towards Benjamin and Christy.
“Hey, maybe we can get there after all.”
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“Huh? What do you mean?”
“I’m offering to take you there with my pet dragon.” Sebastian glanced at Christy and lowered down to her level. “Christy, is it alright if we bring Benjamin along?” Christy’s eyes drooped, and they let out a confused growl. It’s okay; I trust him, and nothing bad will happen to us.” After a moment, the dragon nodded. “Thanks.” Sebastian nuzzled against her silky head as it cooed.
Watching the display made Benjamin’s heart sink further. He tried to force a smile to make sure the others wouldn’t worry, but judging from their expressions, he knew it didn’t work.
Sebastian looked away and cleared his throat, nearly forgetting that Benjamin sat beside him. “So, are you ready to go?” He extended his hand toward him.
Benjamin looked up at the boy’s face and nodded. He wanted to ask if he had any ulterior motives for doing this. Why else would Sebastian try to help him out in this situation? Benjamin knew it’d be a bad time to ask questions and complain now; he had to find his familiars and fast.
“Yeah.” He grabbed Sebastian’s hand and pulled himself up. “We need to hurry.”
Benjamin and Sebastian went back to the ground level. They stood back, waiting for Christy to transform into a bigger creature. The powerful winds nearly tore through their bodies and faces as they tried to hold on to the grassy plains. The dragon spread her wings high as the sun shone down on her.
As she lowered herself, Benjamin and Trinity prepared to get onto her back. Sebastian stopped in his tracks and turned to face Darla, who stood and watched them from a distance.
“Are you not coming with us?”
“No, I still have stuff I need to take care of back here.” she replied, rubbing the back of one of the dragon’s heads. “Maybe I’ll visit your place someday.”
“But how will you get there if you don’t know where—?”
“I’ll find a way. Trust me, I have ways to get around.”
“I see.” Sebastian smiled and waved before getting on his new familiar. “Goodbye, and thank you for everything.”
“Likewise. It was nice meeting you guys as well.”
Christy flapped her wings and took off to the skies, leaving the Admis Abyss behind them.