Chapter 22 (1/2)

I’m heading towards the mountain’s summit by walking. On my head Meru was enjoying herself, laze around while loosening her limbs. Well it doesn't matter since I'm not particularly felt any weight, but how about giving me some guidance? That said, right now I was standing in front of a cave near the mountain’s summit. I felt a huge presence from inside, however there was only one. Huh? Just one..... Well, I will know upon entering the cave.

There were no traps, before long I come to the innermost cave where The White Dragon was lying. It’s Meral, A huge body around 8m in length that looks strong and supple. The scales on her body surface shine suspiciously white. Combined with her golden eyes, it's no exaggeration to call her the most beautiful Dragon in the world.

Meral smiles with relief but when noticing that someone was with Meru she stood and raised her vigilance. After realized who I was she is back lowered her guard down.

[You are that boy.....] (Meral)

[Long time no see, Meral] (Wazu)

[Oh you could talk. I was worried you couldn’t because you never uttered a word before] (Meral)

[Sorry, there were a lot circumtances at that time.....] (Wazu)

[Is that so. I won’t pry any deeper, once again may I know you name?] (Meral)

[Ah my name is Wazu, sorry for everything back then] (Wazu)

I said so and lowered my head a little as not to dropped Meru. After raised my head I begun to explain the situation.

[I met Meru a short while ago near the lake when she was being attacked by Orthros. I don’t know about the details because I don't understand what she is saying] (Wazu)

[Thank you very much also sorry for the inconvenience. My daughter Meru, can you tell me what happened?] (Meral)

[Kyuii! KyuiKyuiKyui!! Kyuiiiii!!] (Meru)

[..... I see. Probably while finding unmanageable leisure of running after a bird, she seem to have strayed into the forest and steps on a snake tail of Orthros. I'm very thankful to Wazu for saving my daughter] (Meral)

[..... You have an energetic daughter there. I just happened to be there so don’t mind it but please becareful for the next time] (Wazu)

I lightly stroking Meru’s head.

[I will pay more attention to Meru from now on. By the way, why is Wazu in this place?] (Meral)

[Ah you see, apparently some people saw you guys. I came here to investigate whether there was a danger. So I’d like to ask what are you doing here? Your home in the Center Mountain, isn't? Also I didn’t see Ragnil anywhere?] (Wazu)

(TL : Wazu called it “Center Mountain” Because the mountain where he was live before was located in the center of continent. There is no specific name so far)

[..... That man---] (Meral)

Hmm? Her look become severe for some reason..... had Ragnil done something?