Chapter 19 (5/5)

on Kei the whole time, and that didn't look easy.

-It wasn't.- The dragon grumbled. -Help me sit down. - He asked, knowing it was a bad idea. The elf and the vampire looked at each other, shrugged, and grabbed Draco by the arms, efficiently helping him change position. His vision darkened again and his head spun. - Do you have anything to drink? - He knew they didn't, but he just had to ask.

-No, but I'll get something right away.- Ari quickly disappeared into the passage leading to the basement.

-Thanks...- The dragon didn't have time to say anything else before he lost sight of the elf.

-What do you think about continuing these sessions?- Forth sat down next to the reptile and watched Vi crouch over the unconscious Kei.

-After a few times, I'll get used to it and it won't be so bad.- Draco tried to calm his breathing the whole time.- I think it will be the same with Kei. You could say it will do us both good.

-That would mean it would take longer and longer.- The vampire stared thoughtfully at the opposite wall.

-Yes, but above all, I expect Kei to remain conscious for longer and longer periods of time. Then it will be easier.

-I see an increase in optimism. - Forth raised his eyebrows.

-Hmmm... Maybe I understood it better by observing it closely. Now it seems to be only a matter of time. - In an inexplicable way, his earlier uncertainty had disappeared, replaced by some subconscious understanding. Draco wasn't sure where it came from, but he couldn't deny that it was true.

-Let's hope so.- Forth said no more.

Vi calmly settled down next to Kei, watching him closely. They sat like that for a moment, long enough for Ari to return with two jugs of water. He handed one to the dragon and placed the other on the marble floor. Draco gratefully accepted the drink and almost sucked on the vessel. The cold water was a blessing. The first few sips stimulated his tired body, giving him

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