The ride was a bumpy one and Aresis seemed uncomfortable with Soren's screaming. He grunted a few times and released a puff of smoke from his nostrils each time Soren screamed. Soren's grip tightened around my waist to the point where I was struggling to breathe. I clenched my legs tighter around Aresis. Raising my hands, I placed them gently on SSoren's arms.
"It's fine. You're fine. We are both fine. I'm with you. Trust me," I cooed.
Soren's grip relaxed but he was still breathing harshly. I needed to calm him down. Aresis was getting nervous. He could sense Soren's panic.
"No matter what happens, you won't fall. I won't let you," I smiled even though I knew he couldn't see my face. "Raise your hands, Soren. Feel the breeze. Feel the cold,"
Soren let go of me and with one thought f
