Page 82 of Dragon Keeper
They sang together, both girls blissfully happy.
Tor sort of stared at them.That’s… fascinating.
That’s childhood. We had one, remember?
Yes, of course.But he could see Tor really didn’t remember ever being that… innocent. Unaware of the things that might hurt them.
How sad.
Tyr remembered being happy, free, laughing in the sunshine.
I do remember that too, Tyr.Tor touched his hand.With you. Never with anyone else.
I hope you find happiness soon, brother. Like I have.
There’s no happiness for me. I’ll give it all to you.
Those words broke his heart.
“Tyr! Tor! Dance with us!”
So Tyr decided he would. Tor’s touch had made him feel so much better. He rose up, grabbing his brother’s hands and swinging, trying to share some joy.
“You’re pregnant!”
“I’m happy!” he answered. “Spring is here!”
“It is.” Tor laughed, the sound bouncing off the ceiling, and that had the girls giggling madly. Even Aleana soon joined them, eyebrows raised until Tyr caught her and made her join in.
You’re a nut.
I’m allowed,he shot back.Fredda’s so happy.
Aleana glanced at her girl and laughed.She is. I will bow to your superior wisdom.
We’re coming to the hive with Stella’s father, love.
Be gentle. She’s having such a good time.
We will. I promise. Abe is the easy one, remember?Sloan’s laughter was like a storm cloud brushing his face.
It only took seconds before he heard his mate chuff softly. “Are we dancing?”
“We are!” Fredda ran to Sloan, dragging Stella with her. “This is my friend!”
“Hello, Stella. How did I know you would be a good friend for Fredda? My sweet girls.” Sloan gave hugs.
Stella snuggled in. “I came to visit the baby!”
“Did you?” Sloan chuckled as another dragon wandered in, growling just softly.
“Stella?”
“Papa?”
“Sweet girl, did you ask if you could come down? Did you tell us you were going to fly?” The big dragon pulled Stella into his arms.
She snuggled in, chirruping.
