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The dragon roared and I recoiled. He came closer – tall, huge, majestic. With skin growths on the muzzle, piercing black eyes, long spikes on the nape. He inspired fear and awe with all his appearance. I wanted to get down on one knee and take at least an oath of allegiance. What strange thoughts, really?

The dragon growled again and sniffed at me. I froze. Are they really going to eat?

– Shh, – I whispered, pushing aside my fear and holding out my hand. The lizard froze, and I very slowly put my hand on the outstretched muzzle and lightly stroked the scales. The hand is still in place, it seems they are not going to bite. – Good dragon. Beautiful.

I didn’t flatter him. The dragon was really incredibly beautiful. She took another short step forward, standing close to her. I used my gift – tamed it, sent soothing waves, gently stroking the black scales. The dragon seemed to fall into a trance, looking at me in surprise and at the same time incomprehensibly. Does it work out?

But I definitely rejoiced early. The dragon jumped suddenly. I didn’t even have time to get scared, as he breathed black smoke on me. It wasn’t a true flame, was it? Because the wild don’t have it…