down the now empty row. He only managed to take a few steps before tripping over his own feet. The dragon managed to jump to him before he fell, grab his arm and sit him down on the nearest seat.
-Obviously not.- The dragon easily held the young man, who wanted to get up again.- Look at me.- Draco waited for the boy to look up. It was clear that he had a little trouble focusing his eyes.
-It'll be better soon.- The boy lowered his head and rested it on his hands.- It always ends like this when I get nervous.- He muttered a little more quietly.
-Does anything help?
-It'll pass. - The youngster began to breathe deeply. It took a good while, but he finally straightened up, looking better. - Thank you for your help. - He looked at Draco and only now did he have to look at him closely, because his gaze first stopped on the coat of arms and then on the sword. The blood drained from his face a little.
-You're welcome.- The dragon pretended not to notice the sudden confusion.- Let's hurry up, or they'll lock us in here.
-The upper entrances are always open.- The boy replied almost automatically.
-Are you studying at the Academy?- The obvious statement seemed a little strange, but it was better than silence.
-Yes.- The youngster stood up, glancing every now and then at the weapon on the dragon's belt.- By the way, I'm Aiden.
-Draco, nice to meet you.- The reptile quickly grabbed the other boy's hand and shook it energetically.
-Thanks again for your help.- He didn't seem entirely comfortable talking about his recent behaviour.
-I told you, you're welcome.- The dragon shrugged.- And since everyone else has left, could you show me the way out? I'll get lost here.- He admitted this quite honestly, because the vastness of Solvein overwhelmed him. The journey from Ed'heer to the Royal Academy of Magic and Alchemy took about an hour. The entrance gate and the driveway, paved with white stone, were wide enough for four carriages
