Elder Goman continued. "He believes he's doing the right thing for you. He believes he's keeping you safe. As long as he believes that, he will move heaven and earth to stay away from you; to protect you. You need to convince him otherwise." "But it's really not true," she replied quietly. "Look, I'm not stupid. I know that traveling with Ethan is dangerous. Not only is he a dragon, but Lord Delmar is after him. I knew I might be signing my death warrant by traveling with him. I wish that wasn't the case, but it really is." "If it's so dangerous, then why are you traveling with him?" Elder Goman asked. "Some things are worth dying for." "Oh?" "The world is a better place with Ethan in it, and I love his stupid heart to pieces." She shook her head. "If my bow can keep him safe a little

