free circus.- He spat out the last word as if it were poisoned. With distaste and disgust.- I was afraid that... I'm sorry, we haven't known each other for very long, and I was afraid that you were like the others... - The elf spoke each word more and more quietly, until he was whispering.
-Don't apologise, there's no need.- The dragon smiled crookedly.- To answer the question you didn't ask, yes, I can help.- The relief and gratitude on the faces of the four soldiers were pleasant for some reason.- But first...- He gently patted Kei's shoulder.- If you could...
The animorph sat there for a moment, looking confused, then it dawned on him and he let go. His face reddened and he muttered something. The reptile slowly got up from the floor and stretched.