Strolling

Bella knows whatever Blaze is telling is true. She let him control her long enough. She trust Blaze. She knows he will not let anything happen to her.

But letting go of her fear is not as easy as it sounds. It's deep-rooted and it's hard to uproot at once.

"I know it's not easy to wipe the fear away at once. But let's take it slow ok. Will you feel safe if I show you around? I will stay by your side as long as you stay outside the tower. Ok?" Blaze asked Bella.

'If he is beside her, then he would be her shield. He will not let anything happen to me. At least I should try. If I feel like I cannot handle this, then I am sure he will take me back ' she thought.

"Ok," she agreed.

Blaze smiled at her softly. He unfolded his wings and tucked them inside.

Bella pulled away from him and she didn't turn to look in the direction of the dragon.

Blaze dismissed her maids and linked his arm with hers.

Bella looked at him with a grat