Book 19: Chapter 75
“I wasn’t afraid!”
The youngster trembled while in between the black dragon scales. His voice and identity weren’t necessities anymore. The monarchs of two nations, a Princess and three enormous dragons were present, so what was the point of him being there? What was the point of what he said in their situation? Having said that, his proclamation made Liu Yue’s ears stand up.
Confused, Sylvanas wagged her tail. Sylvanas turned her head to look at Troy. They should’ve left already, but Troy’s body froze on her back. He had a displeased look on his face.
Liu Yue tilted her head. Noticing her turn around to look at him, the youngster emotionally took a few steps toward her. He declared, “I wasn’t afraid, Liu Yue. I wasn’t afraid back there. I was shaking, but I still chased you. I’m not afraid of you, and I don’t think you look scary. That is who you are. It’s a part of what makes you complete. You’re a fox!”
Vera looked at the spot next to her foot with a hint of surprise. Her sister and she were already very tired. In fact, Liu Yue struggled to stay steady on her feet. Her pretty and soft tail hung down as if it was dead. After hearing the youngster, nevertheless, her tail began to wag side to side as if it was revived.
“Is Liu Yue happy to hear that?” wondered Vera.
“So, please don’t be angry with me. I’m your friend, Liu Yue. I can accept everything about you. I’m happy to see everything related to you. I want to continue staying in contact with you! I know that we might never get to meet again. Even if we do, it’ll only be for a few short days; however, I think it would be a pity if I didn’t take a step forward just because we can’t be together. Even if we’re not fated to be with each other, I’d rather part with a smile than regret, so… so…”
The youngster grew more and more emotional. He closed the gap between him and Liu Yue, but nobody stopped him. He was a battered, unarmed, thin young man, yet not even Sylvanas had the confidence to stop him. A horde of dragons couldn’t stop his determination. Humans weren’t able to use magic as elves could, nor did they possess bodies as tough as dragons, but humans could overcome seemingly insurmountable through sheer courage and determination.
Liu Yue didn’t move. She watched him come closer and closer while wagging her tail faster and faster. Her tail swept up the dirt on the ground alongside excitement and tension. Troy wanted to call out, but Sylvanas sternly shook her head to indicate for him not to speak. Sylvanas seem to realise what the youngster wanted to do.