The Dragon's Precious Gem
He extended a hand toward Rose, his palm open, his movements calm and measured.
For an agonizing moment, Rose remained frozen, her eyes flicking between his hand and his face, searching for any hidden threat. Then, with a tentative slowness, her trembling fingers reached out to brush his. The moment their hands met, the dam broke. Tears streamed down her face, her shoulders shaking as she wept.
“The others,” Caelia said softly, her voice breaking the quiet. “We need to help them too. Can you assist me?”
Rose wiped her face with the back of her hand, sniffling as she nodded. “Yes,” she whispered faintly. “I’ll help.”
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