[Bluff (Esme assists) Tara 15+12=27]<br/><br/>Henrik looked past the maidens at the trees, almost as if he could see the dragon incoming. "Nooooohhhh!" he yelled, as he turned his back against the maidens, seeking refuge deeper into the woods. "I will not let that beast eat me today!" He ran on, forcing his way through the woods, breaking leaves and branches in the thick undergrowth as he goes. His chain shirt and helm prevent most, but not all the branches from scratching him, though he seemed to ignore it as he ignored the maidens. So far, none of the other soldiers or maidens could be spotted, but the yelling soldier might've drawn them some unwanted attention.<br/><br/><hr/>[Diplomacy Lessly 4+5=9, Intimidate Dara 1+3=4]<br/><br/>"The tumble in the wagon must have been harsh to knock sheer stupidity into all of you." the soldier replied, one breath resembling a laugh, as he steered the horse sidewards by the reins. "I realize that there is a dragon, yes, but I realize I value not being beheaded as well. Rally up and I will lead you to a safety." His eyes indicated that, despite the expertise with which one held her weapons, he saw them as only a minor inconvenience. As he kept an eye out for them, he was also glancing at the forest, looking for an opening where he didn't have to discard the advantage of horseback, when the group could hear a faint yelling from within the woods: "Nooooohhhh! I will not let that beast eat me today!"<br/><br/>An abandoned horse was snatched by the dragon, whinnying in horror and bucking in his claw, as the fierce red beast elevated himself to a greater height, taking a more strategic view over the field. Quickly, his attention was drawn by the largest group still remaining, a knight blocking four maidens from their path into the forest. The dragon grinned, breezing smoke from his nostrils, as he turned, readying himself to snoop down on them.