Taking Charge
J
ake had asked a straightforward question before leaving to fight the Storm Elemental. “What’s in it for me?”
Now, in all honesty, Jake had kind of forgotten this after fighting the Storm Elemental and getting emotionally invested in helping with the egg and all that stuff. He had even gained an upgrade to his archery skill and a few levels, so he’d already gained plenty.
Thus, he was surprised when the two hawks offered him their payment…
Jake was currently flying rather slowly back toward his small city, carefully holding the small egg with both hands close to his chest as if afraid of dropping it. He was pretty sure it was more durable than a rock, but he didn’t dare risk anything.
He had a hawk on each side, following him nonchalantly while keeping an eye on him.
