Trust

The young dragon tamer was rarely seen without her scaled companion nearby, casting its protective gaze over her and her family. As the heir to the throne, it was rare for her to ever be left alone, a circumstance she once despised. Yet now, she found comfort in the constant presence of this trusted friend.

Without needing the words spoken aloud, they each knew they'd lay down their lives to defend each other - a fate they hoped to avoid by bringing reconciliation between humans and dragons.

At night, the towering beast accompanied her on walks, a rare moment beyond the whispers and gawking stares of villagers who still misunderstood these creatures and held misgivings of both the winged serpent and the woman who could "bewitch" one.