"Hello?" you call timidly, "Is anyone here?"
A bronze head, followed by a smooth, muscular body steps out into the open.
Greetings, traveler. I am Trekk.
You melt into the lovely coolness of that wind, such a relief from the hot air around you.
"You live here?" you ask conversationally.
Yes. Where do you hail from?
"Oh, far away," you answer. A pause allows the two of you to observe each other for a moment. "Were you born here?"
No. I'm from Amber's Dragon Lair. Clay adopted me from there and brought me here to live amongst many other kinds of dragons. It's very pleasant, actually.
You smile and nod.
"Well, I can understand why," you say, "You're a very handsome creature." The dragon's features crease and he turns his head to the side shyly.
Thankyou.
Another pause passes and you remember your journey isn't yet over.
"I must be going," you break the silence, "I guess I'll see you around..."
Yes, do visit again. Good luck on your journey, traveler.
Even after you turn back to the cave entrance, you can feel the gaze of those clear eyes upon you- a sincere farewell.
