David was like a child on the back of Perathon, and ironically, it made Leara smile. For being trained to rid herself of unnecessary emotions, it seemed that David had cracked the shell that she'd created around herself to ensure that. Smiling was not something a warrior did, nor was it something that was encouraged. But here she was, smiling to greet Perathon, smiling at David's childlike intrigue, and smiling because her world, Eldorath, was truly magical.<b>"Earth lacks the essence that Eldorath does. It pleases me that you can see how different and vibrant Eldorath is already."</b>Leara's hands held tight to Perathon's mane, but David's arms were a comfort that she was not quite expecting. Perhaps he wasn't as crude and raw as she'd earlier expected back on Earth. Perhaps he was kind. Perhaps he really was the one that would save her world from complete ruin.<br/><br/>The journey to Neria was not nearly as long with Perathon's assistance. The colorful, dragon-like creature was a blessing in disguise. Leara had not been expecting his arrival, nor had she expected him to accept her request for assistance traveling, but he had, and for that, Leara was grateful.<b>"I shall repay this debt one day, Perathon."</b>Leara said with a laugh as the wind blew her hair, the strands coming loose from the braid she'd had it tightly tied into.<b>"Perhaps I'll cook for you. Make you something sweet and savory as a treat."</b>She couldn't cook much, but there were some things she could, and Leara figured food was as good of a form of repayment as any.<b>"You'll be staying near Neria for a while?"</b>She asked the creature, playing everything out in her mind as he flew them closer and closer to the large city.<br/><br/>Eventually, the tall white buildings came into view and Perathon descended from the air into the heart of Neria.<b>"I feel confident that you will be taken away to the citadel almost immediately upon arrival, David."</b>Leara commented, as Perathon grew closer and closer to the ground.<b>"I appreciate that you came with me to Eldorath. When you are escorted away, my task has been complete and I shall return back to training in my home region. But should you need anything, I will be staying at an inn near the citadel called 'The Flask and Sword'. You've but to ask for my assistance and I will come to your aid."</b>Leara looked over the city as they drifted lower and lower.<b>"I do not anticipate any trouble, but with demons such as Varanshig having an interest in you, please be safe."<br/>
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"T'would be a shame if the hero of Eldorath were incapacitated before he could fulfill his duty. Isn't that right, Perathon?"</b>Leara patted the creature on the side of the neck firmly, but with kindness in her touch.<b>"Put us down over there, my friend. We'll walk the rest of the way. I am sure the Council has already heard of our arrival back inside the realm. I would not be surprised if we created quite the racket with that 'thing' transporting us through the port."</b>With a long glance over her shoulder, Leara frowned with question.<b>"What did you call it, David? A car?"<br/>
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