Fraener was elated at his first test with Aetheiria. He had bested her, and she had more experience than him in the ways of actual combat.<span style="font-style: italic">At least I know I can handle myself. But we both need to continue training. I'm not sure that I can match those power swings of hers. And I'm not sure how I'd do with multiple opponents.</span>Fraener mused. He then sheathed his sword, scooped up Aetheirias', and followed after her toward the mountain. He tried to reach her with his mind, feeling gently, sending feelings of apology and an eagerness to talk. She blocked him, so he wasn't sure if she got any of it. Nevertheless, he continued in her footsteps, waiting until she stopped at the base of the mountain.<br/><br/>He caught up to her, and said out loud, "Hey! I wanna talk. About the duel and about our training and subsequent mission." She turned slightly, then jumped into the air and spun, transforming into her dragon form. She flew slowly higher, as Fraener looked on, shocked.<span style="font-style: italic">How'd she do that without getting undressed?"</span>he thought, confused. He quickly undressed. This was easy to do since he was in his regular clothes, removing his chainmail as well, and chased after her, carrying his clothes by a talon. He tried speaking to her telepathically once again, and this time she let him.<span style="font-style: italic">Why are you being so stand-offish? Seriously. What have I done to you? Except for when we were younglings, but that doesn't count. And we both need to train more. I can best you one on one. We saw that earlier. But I'm sure I need help in group fighting. And what do you think our mission is gonna be?</span>Fraener asked all this in quick succesion, obviously excited. He caught up with Aetheiria and was slowly circling her, playfully entwining his tail with hers. He liked how annoyed she got at him. She sped up, trying to escape his playful advances, and Fraener chased after her, nearing the mountain peak, awaiting her answers with a giddy excitement.