with these, and then we'll think about it.-The blacksmith placed the scaffolding a few steps away from where the heavy lids were a moment ago.- We won't go any closer, so as not to hurt ourselves.- He threw looking over his shoulder at Draco.- Now we just need to fasten.- The big man muttered, but he didn't have time to move from his place, because his sons were already approaching him with thick chains hanging from the ceiling. Without a moment's delay, they fastened them to the brackets at the corners of the scaffolding. As soon as everything was fastened the structure soared upwards set in motion by the winch at which James was standing.- Well, now it's your turn.- Matheo patted Draco on the shoulder.- Remember you have to keep the fire going until I tell you enough is enough.- The boy only nodded.
-Breathe fire until the signal, sure.- Draco confirmed once more and faced the raised scaffolding. He took a breath and changed into his dragon form. He took a few deeper breaths again and, after glancing at the blacksmith, breathed fire. The workshop glowed red and the temperature rose considerably. Drops of sweat appeared on the faces of the twins and James, and Matheo squinted.
-Stop!- shouted the blacksmith. Draco paused his breathing and looked at the heated pieces. Each piece of metal was a different colour. Suddenly, the whole structure fell down into the well. Clouds of steam rose from above the surface of the water and quickly began to condense.- Up!- Matheo commanded, and James and Angus pushed against the winch. The chains tightened and after a moment the scaffolding emerged from the cooling liquid. The whole thing appeared to be covered in frost, which seemed to grow larger with each passing moment.- Once more.- Matheo commanded. Draco took a deep breath and again breathed a plume of fire. This time the breathing lasted longer and the dragon was already beginning to wonder if the smith was checking how long he would be able to keep the flame going.- Stop!- As soon as the
