Arc sits in his chair trying to make sense of the situation for quite some time. Failing, he heads to his office and sits down at his desk. Picking up the phone, he dials the front desk.
“Yes commander?”
“Raven, have my squad, Flash Sentry, and Sandstorm Mirage come to my office at once! We need to talk!”
“Very well! Shall I have Saffron send over some snacks?”
Arc shakes his head. “Not this time. I'm... not really hungry.”
Raven drops her pencil, astonished! “Commander? Are you feeling alright?”
Arc sighs. “Well... that's complicated. Look, just do as I say please.”
“As you wish commander.”
“Thanks...”
As Raven hangs up the phone, she momentarily considers calling Ponyville Hospital for Arc, but decides against it.
“I sure hope the Commander is okay. No snacks?! Unthinkable!”
Meanwhile, Arc leans back in his office chair and stares absentmindedly out the window until the troops arrive.
Max salutes! “Welcome back, sir!”
Xenos laughs! “Well rested, sir?”
Viktor rolls his eyes! “Of course he is! Who wouldn't be after a weekend like that?!”
Hugh smiles slyly! “Word around the base is that you came back with a VERY attractive mare, sir!”
Flash Sentry walks into the office with Sandstorm Mirage.
“Commander! Your base is in once piece! Don't worry! We took extra good care of it while you were gone!”
Sandstorm Mirage looks to Arc. “Uh... sir? Are you... okay?”
Arc continues to stare out his window.
“Close the door.”
Sandstorm Mirage hurries to do so!
Flash Sentry looks to Arc with understandable concern in his voice. “Sir? Is... something wrong?”
“Sit down.”
All assembled do so.
Arc stands up only to start pacing the floor. “...I just don't get it!”
Max appears uneasy. “Commander? Please sir! Tell us what's wrong. Maybe we can help.”
Arc sighs. “Earlier I had a holographic conversation, if you can call it that, with the princesses. They were acting VERY strangely!”
Flash Sentry nods. “How so, sir?”
“Well... they were crazy happy. Giddy even! Like they were drunk or high on drugs or something! Does Equestria even have drugs?!”
Hugh nods! “Sure! You can go the hospital when you’re sick and get a prescription!”
Viktor looks to his friend. “Hugh, while I'm not really sure what the commander is talking about, I'm pretty sure he doesn't mean that kind of drugs.”
Xenos looks confused. “What other kind are there?”
Sandstorm Mirage shrugs. “I dunno.”
Flash Sentry nods. “Was there anything else that made you suspicious sir? Anything at all?”
“Well, there was one other little detail. You guys better brace yourselves for this one! I was there, and I still don't believe it! I mean... I've been sitting around for TWO HOURS trying to make sense of it and I STILL CAN'T FIGURE IT OUT!!!”
Max looks to him, confused. “Sir? What is it? Maybe we can figure it out together!”
“It's... Captain Decimus.”
All assembled bow their heads respectfully.
Sandstorm Mirage removes his helmet. “Yes sir... the funeral is the day after tomorrow. Will you be attending?”
Arc shakes his head. “No, I won't... because the funeral isn't happening!”
Flash Sentry walks over to Arc, concerned. “Sir, you're not making a bit of sense! With all due respect, perhaps you need to lie down for a while.”
“The funeral is off because, somehow... someway... Captain Decimus is alive!”
“WHAT?!”
Arc nods soberly! “Straight stuff! The princesses say this will be officially announced very soon.”
Viktor looks to the others for support. “Sir, not that I'm questioning your intelligence or anything but... are you completely sure he was dead back then?”
Arc nods! “Completely! I've seen highway roadkill in better shape than the captain’s body when I found him! That and I'm sure the doctor in the Canterlot Castle infirmary checked as well!”
Sandstorm Mirage looks confused. “Roadkill?”
Arc nods! “It's when... actually forget that one.”
Flash Sentry shakes his head. “Forgive us commander but, this is just so hard to believe!”
“I understand that no one here is an expert on magic, but... is there ANY magical spell, ability, or feat that can raise the dead?!”
Max shakes his head! “No sir! That subject has been the topic of much research over the years. However, to the best of my knowledge nopony has every successfully brought back a dead pony from beyond the grave!”
Flash Sentry shakes his head. “Max, that's not... entirely true.”
“What?!”
“There is ONE time, fairly recently actually, that such a thing was not only attempted but was done so successfully!”
Arc looks over! “Great! How did they do it?!”
Flash Sentry looks to Arc. “They simply put the dead mare's soul back into her body.”
Arc looks confused. “How?!”
“Sir... I'm talking about the time you brought Derpy back to life. In all seriousness, that was a scientific milestone! The sages are STILL talking about it and trying to figure out how it was possible!”
Viktor nods. “Ever since then, Raven has been getting a lot of calls from various scientists! Equestrian, griffon, and a few other races who want to talk to you about it!”
Flash Sentry nods. “I told her not to bother you with it. After all, you're always so busy with other things.”
Hugh nods in agreement. “I saw it, and I still don't understand it myself!”
Arc sighs. “That was... complicated. I think you all know I would have done anything to get Derpy back!”
Xenos looks to Arc soberly. “Yes sir! However, you’re not the only one who has last somepony important to them.”
“I understand that. However, I don't want to tell them it was due in part to a dark magical artifact given by a creature of pure evil in exchange for their soul! Ponies would start calling out to the Dark One in desperation! Next thing you know, he would have an army and Equestria would be in ruins!”
Sandstorm Mirage pictures the image in his mind. “I guess I never really thought about it. When you put it like that, it doesn't seem worth it!”
Arc’s eye twitches. “Exactly! To say nothing of Tempest NOT dying!”
Flash Sentry again looks to him concerned. “Sir? Are you okay?”
“Sorry. It's just... this whole idea of creatures coming back from the dead... or REFUSING ENTIRELY to die and stay dead! It's kinda grating on me!”
Max looks nervous. “Sir, I think maybe you need to lie down. This job may be driving you a little... um...”
“Crazy, Max?”
Max coughs and looks down at the floor. “You're words, not mine sir!”
“Come on! You think I was imagining the princess’ strange behavior and Captain Decimus' return, don’t you?”
Flash Sentry nods sheepishly. “Well... yes sir. I mean, it's just so... outrageous!”
Max turns to the lieutenant. “Should we call the hospital? Maybe the commander just needs a medical examination.”
Arc narrows his eyes. “Uh... you guys realize I'm still standing here, right?”
There is a knock at the office door. Arc turns and calls out.
“Come!”
Raven enters the office levitating a sealed scroll.
“Commander, this notice was just delivered.”
Arc nods. “Read it.”
Raven looks to Arc, confused. “Sir?”
“Break the seal and read it aloud please.”
“Oh… very well commander.”
Raven does as she it told and opens the scroll.
“This notice is to inform all military personnel of the recent discovery that Captain Decimus of the Royal Guard is indeed alive and well. The princesses apologize for any grief his supposed death has caused. Captain Decimus has requested that this matter be dropped entirely from everypony's mind, as we all have much more important duties to attend to. Subsequently, Captain Decimus' funeral is canceled. Best regards... Princess Luna and Princess Cadance.”
Raven seems unable to understand what she has just read.
“This is... impossible! How in Celestia's name did he...?!”
Arc turns to Flash Sentry. “Still think I'm cracking up?”
Flash Sentry turns to Raven. “Are you absolutely certain that notice is legitimate?”
Raven nods. “Yes sir. It has all the proper markings and the seal was certainly authentic, however...”
“However...?”
“It's just... the wording of this message was, shall we say, less than royal. Now, I'm not trying to criticize the princesses, but that message really sounded either rushed or written by somepony who is completely overworked!”
Arc nods. “Thank you Raven. Post that notice outside the barracks so everyone can see it.”
“Yes sir.”
Raven leaves the room to carry out Arc's orders. Flash Sentry looks over to Arc apologetically.
“I'm sorry for doubting you sir. What do we do now?”
Arc frowns. “All I know is something in Canterlot stinks!”
Xenos looks to him, confused. “Stinks?”
“I mean something is up! Although I can't investigate this right now, as I told both princesses and the captain, that I was heading to the Dragon Lands on a diplomatic mission.”
Hugh nods. “When do we leave sir?”
"Sorry, but I must go alone. The instructions were to not bring any ponies with me. These villages have been... wronged by ponies in the past.”
Viktor looks to Arc. “Wronged? When?”
“It happened centuries ago.”
Xenos rolls his eyes. “And they still hold it against us?!”
Arc nods. “Hatred is not so easily dispelled. Tell me Xenos. How do you feel about Tempest?”
The stallion angrily stomps the floor. “I hate her for what she did to Miss Pommel!”
“Would you still feel that way if you lived for centuries?”
“I... yes sir, I would.”
Arc sighs. “In any case, I need all of you to investigate this while I am gone.”
Max nods soberly! “We’ll do our best, sir! Where should we begin?”
Arc turns to look out the window. “I can only assume the princess' behavior and the return of Captain Decimus are somehow connected.”
Sandstorm Mirage looks to Arc. “Any idea how sir?”
“Other than the notion that Captain Decimus has somehow drugged the princesses, I haven't a clue. I feel strongly that whatever it is, Decimus is at the center. You all will continue to investigate him while I am gone."
Arc turns to Max. “Did you get those pictures developed that we took on our mission to Canterlot Castle?”
“Yes sir. I didn't have time to look them over though before the captain was killed. After that it just didn't seem to be that important.”
Arc nods. “Well, see what information they have to offer.”
He turns to Flash Sentry.
“Flash Sentry, you’re in charge of this investigation until I return. I’ll expect a complete report later. Sandstorm Mirage will be in command of Light's Hope, as you can't conduct an investigation AND run this facility at the same time.”
Flash Sentry nods as does Sandstorm Mirage. “Thank you sir.”
“I’ll take care of things here, sir!”
Arc nods. “Thanks everyone. I'm counting on you, as is all of Equestria! Now if you will excuse me, I have to pack a few things for my trip before I meet my friends for lunch.”
He leaves the office and heads back to his quarters to gather a few things which he puts in his ring before heading to the Cafeteria. Twilight, Auriel, Ember, Derpy, Sassy Saddles, and Dinky are already there! Saffron is just heading over with Arc's meal.
Arc sits down at the table in front of his plate. “Sorry I'm a bit late. It's been quite the day so far!”
Twilight smiles at him. “That's okay! We understand how busy you must be getting caught back up.”
Derpy nods in agreement. “Dinky here was just telling us all about your trip! It sounds like quite the adventure!”
Ember laughs! “Never a dull moment with Arc around!”
Auriel smiles! “Thank you for taking me with, you Arc! I feel like I learned so much!
“I'm glad you all enjoyed the trip. So, how are the clothes coming along Sassy Saddles?”
“Just fine! I've taken all the measurements and Auriel has picked out the colors and materials she wants! Now it's just a matter of making a couple patterns, cutting the fabric out, and sewing the pieces together! Thank you for the opportunity to make something like this Arc!”
Arc nods. “It's no problem! Oh, that reminds me! Take this!”
He sets a bag of bits on the table in front of Sassy Saddles. She shakes her head.
“That's alright. You can wait to pay me until after you're satisfied with my work. It shouldn't take more than a couple days.”
Auriel smiles happily! “I think this should help bridge the gap between the ponies and I!”
Ember shrugs. “At the very least, it won't hurt.”
“That's the thing Sassy Saddles. I... actually have to leave town for a bit. I'm overdue for a trip to visit the Dragon Lands. There are a couple potential allies living there that have requested that I see them.”
Ember looks to Arc, angrily! “I hope you weren't thinking of leaving me out of this!”
Arc thinks for a moment. “Well, I suppose we could call you an envoy of the Dragon Lord. You being Torch's daughter and all.”
“Great! When do we leave?”
“After lunch.”
Twilight looks to Arc, quizzically. “What's the rush?”
Derpy nods. “Yeah Arc! You just got home! Dinky and I were hoping you would stick around a bit longer.”
Arc sighs. “I'm sorry about this, but I already told the princesses I was going.”
He leans in closer to the group and lowers his voice.
“That and I need to use this mission as a smoke-screen. You see, I spoke to the princesses this morning after I returned from town. They seemed... unusually jovial. Giddy even!”
Twilight looks to Arc, worried! “Do you think something’s wrong with them?!”
“Maybe. Or it could simply be the fact that Captain Decimus is alive!”
Twilight’s eyes grow wide! “What?! But I thought...”
Ember shakes her head angrily! “That's... not possible.”
Derpy shakes her head in disbelief! “I saw his smashed helmet! How did he...?!”
“I have no idea. But he was with the princesses earlier today!”
Twilight looks worried! “Well, after lunch I'm going to Canterlot to check on Cadance!”
Arc nods! “Fine. Just... stay away from Captain Decimus if at all possible! If you uncover anything call Flash Sentry here at Light's Hope. He’ll be spearheading the investigation while I'm gone.”
She nods! “Will do!”
“And please be careful! Don't take any crazy risks, Twilight!
Derpy smiles. “Like you do Arc?”
“Hey now! I take risks so others don't have to. Besides...”
Arc looks back to Twilight.
“...I don't want to lose any more friends. Okay Twilight?”
Twilight nods. “I understand. Don't worry about a thing!”
Arc stands up. “Sorry to cut this short, but I need to get going. But before I do, there’s one last thing I want to say."
He looks over to Dinky.
“Dinky, I just wanted to tell you how proud I am of what you did in Dodge Junction. And not just at the fire! You've shown a very high level of maturity in your desire to help others. Keep that up and you'll go far in this world."
The little filly trots over to Arc as he kneels down and jumps in his arms to hug him.
“Thanks dad! Now you be careful on your trip now! Mom and I need you to come home safely!”
“I will sweetheart! You be good now.”
Arc looks over to Ember.
“You ready?
Ember nods. “Just let me go back to our room to get my spear and I'll be set!”
“Okay. Let's go!”
Derpy waves nervously. “Take care of yourselves out there!”
“We will.”
“Don't worry Derpy. I'll keep an eye on him!”
Arc turns back. “Oh, Sassy Saddles! Come back here at suppertime for a good meal and a place to rest. You can stay in one of my guest rooms.”
“Thank you very much! I will!”
Arc and Ember leave the cafeteria together as the others continue their meal.
Auriel sighs. “Arc sure is one lucky human to have so many friends who care for and worry about him.”
Twilight nods in agreement! “Yes! And we're lucky to have him!”
Auriel turns to Sassy Saddles. “What do you think? Do you believe Arc will ever take Cherry Jubilee up on her offer?”
Derpy looks confused. “What offer was that?”
“While we were there she asked if Arc would take her as his wife!”
Twilight and Derpy’s eyes grow wide! “WHAT?!?!”
Auriel shrinks back, nervously! “He… he said no, but... I get the feeling he really wanted to say yes!”
Derpy and Twilight fall backwards off their chairs!
“Mom? Are you okay?!”
Sassy Saddles hurries around the table! “Twilight!”
Derpy sits up at Dinky reaches her. “I-I'm okay dear. It just came as such a surprise! What brought this on?!”
“Dad, he... he really likes Miss Cherry and all! And she likes him too! I'd be lying if I said I hadn't hoped he and you would... you know... get married and all! But I just want dad to be happy!”
Twilight looks downcast. “I... I should have tried harder!”
Auriel turns to her. “What was that Twilight?”
“It was nothing! I mean... I hope Arc finds happiness one day with the mare of his dreams! But... I was kinda hoping it would be... me...”
Twilight blushes heavily as Derpy turns to her!
“Twilight? I'm sorry! I had no idea you felt this way!”
“I do, but... nothing is set in stone yet! I still have a chance!”
Dinky looks to her mother. “What about Miss Ember?”
Derpy sighs. “Her father already said no, but I get the feeling she isn't giving up that easily.”
Twilight sighs as well! “Ember too?! Arc really does have quite a few choices available to him!”
Sassy Saddles smiles. “So many marefriends! Arc must truly be quite the stallion!”
Meanwhile, Arc waits as Ember grabs her spear and a few other items from his quarters.
“Is it really going to be okay for you to keep going home like this? I mean, you are banished after all!”
Ember calls out from the bedroom. “As long as I don't hang around TOO long, I doubt my father will mind. Besides... I'll be with you! He'll be so happy to see you that I doubt he'll even notice me.”
Ember sighs.
“Listen Ember, I'm sure your father cares about you very much. He just isn't very good at showing it.”
Ember nods. “I know he does, but... Look, can we just get moving?!”
“Sure.”
The pair step onto the sigil as Arc calls forth his armor and activates it! A moment later the pair find themselves in Ember's small house.
“It feels good to be home. Not that I don't enjoy living with you Arc!”
Arc chuckles. “It's okay Ember. I know what you meant. Well, shall we go see the Dragon Lord?”
Ember walk forward and puts her claws around Arc's neck. “What's the rush? Why don't we spend some alone time together?”
“I'll pass.”
Ember lets go of Arc and shrugs. “Can't blame a dragon for trying! I know you and Cherry are an item and all, but there isn't a ring involved yet!”
“And there probably won't ever be. Let's go!”
Arc and Ember walk out her front door and proceed to the Throne of the Dragon Lord. As the two approach the Dragon Lord appears pleased!
“ARC! IT IS GOOD TO SEE YOU AGAIN! WORD HAS REACHED US OF YOUR VALOR IN DEFEATING YOUR LAND'S GREATEST WARRIOR! IS THIS TRUE?!”
“Only partially Dragon Lord. I didn’t fight alone. It was a group effort.”
“SUCH MODESTY IN SO POWERFUL A WARRIOR! BUT THAT IS NOTHING COMPARED TO WHAT WE HEARD JUST A FEW DAYS AGO! IS IT TRUE YOU FELLED AN ALL-POWERFUL UNICORN WHOM HAD TRIED TO LAY WASTE TO THE CAPITAL CITY OF CANTERLOT?!”
“I did indeed strike the final blow. However, I did have help carrying out my plan! That creature will never again harm anyone else! You should also know that while I was doing that, your daughter Ember here was holding the Gates of Canterlot against an unending horde of monsters!”
The Dragon Lord turns to his daughter.
“IS THIS TRUE EMBER?!”
Ember nods. “Y-yes father, it's true!”
“I could not be in two places at once! The citizens of Canterlot were fortunate that she was there to fight on their behalf! She was even brave enough to face the megalomaniac pony as she entered town!”
Dragon Lord Torch frowns at his daughter. “EMBER, WHY DID YOU NOT FELL THIS OPPONENT?! WHY DID IT AGAIN FALL TO ARC TO SAVE EVERYONE?!”
“Please Dragon Lord! Ember did her best! However, she didn't have the proper... items required to defeat her opponent. In her defense, if she had used her newfound power against me, I don't think I would be standing here!”
“YES... I CAN FEEL THAT YOUR POWER HAS GROWN SINCE LAST WE SPOKE, EMBER! I TOLD YOU STAYING WITH ARC WAS THE BEST WAY FOR YOU TO LEARN!”
Ember looks confused. “Father? But I thought...”
“AGREE WITH ME!!!”
“Yessir!”
“NOW, I DO BELIEVE YOU ARE STILL BANISHED EMBER! WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE?!”
“Forgive me Dragon Lord, but the last time I was here I believe you gave me permission to enter the Dragon Lands as I saw fit.”
“THAT I DID!”
Arc nods. “You also told me that privilege was extended to anyone who accompanied me.”
Dragon Lord Torch nods. “I BELIEVE I SEE WHERE THIS IS GOING! VERY WELL! EMBER MAY REMAIN IN THE DRAGON LANDS! BUT ONLY IF SHE IS ACCOMPANIED BY YOU PERSONALLY, ARC!”
“Thank you, father!”
“DO NOT THANK ME EMBER! THANK ARC FOR HIS CUNNING MIND, STRONG ARMS AND BRAVE TONGUE! BUT IN ANY CASE...”
The Dragon Lord looks back to Arc.
“...WHAT HAS BROUGHT YOU HERE TODAY ARC?”
“I was invited by Hydra Prime Ikis to the hydra village. Before I make my way there, I was hoping you could advise me on how to properly address them.”
Ember nods. “Arc is worried he might say or do something wrong and start a war.”
“HE IS WISE TO AVOID TROUBLE WITH THE HYDRA! FEAR NOT ARC! THEY ARE A DOCILE RACE WHO THINK VERY HIGHLY OF YOUR PAST DEEDS! AS LONG AS YOU TREAT THEM WITH RESPECT, YOU HAVE NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUT!”
Arc nods. “Thank you Dragon Lord. I was also planning on visiting Forsaken Village while I am here.”
The Dragon Lord narrows his eyes. “HOW DO YOU KNOW OF THAT PLACE?!”
“In another of my adventures, I accidentally rescued one of their members. He told me to come visit him in Forsaken Village on the southern beach of the island.”
“It's true father! His name was Kane, and he really was quite grateful to Arc for releasing him!”
“KANE?! I HAVE NOT HEARD THAT NAME IN A VERY LONG TIME!”
“Do you know him father?”
“YES! HOWEVER, THAT IS A TALE BEST TOLD BY THEIR TRIBE'S LEADER, MATRIARCH IRIS! THEY ARE A BIT MORE... SAVAGE THAN US DRAGONS. BUT AS YOU HAVE ALREADY MET ONE OF THEIR NUMBER, THEY SHOULD BE SOMEWHAT ACCEPTING OF YOU!”
“Do you believe they will attack us?”
“THEY WOULDN'T DARE ATTACK THE DAUGHTER OF THE DRAGON LORD! DOING SO WOULD BE TO THROW AWAY CENTURIES OF PEACE BETWEEN OUR RACES!”
Ember breathes a sigh of relief! “That's good to know. But, what about Arc?”
“ARC IS MOST LIKELY SIGNIFICANTLY STRONGER THAN THEIR MOST POWERFUL WARRIORS! THEY WILL CHALLENGE HIM AT SOME POINT TO GAUGE HIS STRENGTH! BUT FEAR NOT! I AM CONFIDANT THAT ARC WILL EMERGE VICTORIOUS! WHEN YOU ARE CHALLENGED YOU MUST ACCEPT IMMEDIATELY AND WITHOUT HESITATION, LEST IT BE SEEN AS WEAKNESS, MY FRIEND!”
“Thank you for the advice Dragon Lord. I will put it to good use.”
“YOU SHOULD GO TO THE HYDRA VILLAGE FIRST! I WILL HAVE ONE OF OUR DRAGONS SHOW YOU TWO THE WAY!”
the Dragon Lord looks over at a smaller dragon hovering a short distance away.
“YOU! BITE-SIZE! YOU WILL ESCORT THESE TWO TO THE HYDRA VILLAGE AT ONCE!”
The small dragon nods happily! She looks somewhat out of place among her kind, what with her long tongue, happy demeanor and wings that look more like they belong on a butterfly!
“Yes, I will!”
“SHE WILL SEE TO IT YOU MAKE IT TO THE HYDRA VILLAGE QUICKLY AND SAFELY! AND IF SHE DOESN'T, I'LL SHOW HER WHY I CALL HER ‘BITE-SIZED’!”
The little dragon nods! “I will do a good thing!”
Ember frowns. “Uh... thanks?”
“SHE MAY BE A BIT... STRANGE, BUT YOU CAN COUNT ON HER! NOW GO!”
“Farewell Dragon Lord. Thank you for the help.”
“VISIT AGAIN SOON… HERO OF LIGHT!”
The small dragon leads the pair down the street. Arc looks their guide over skeptically.
“So... what's your name?”
“Brightwing! Brightwing like you lots! Please be friend! Oh, please! Oh, please!”
Arc raises an eyebrow at her response. “Um... sure. So... you really know where you're going now... right?”
She nods! “Brightwing going... going, going! You are new friend? Yay! I love you friend!”
Ember turns to Brightwing, angrily! “Just don't get too close to Arc! He's mine!”
Brightwing flutters a short distance away! “Woo! Scary voice! Brightwing no like! Things like you should no talk!”
Arc laughs! “What's the matter Ember? Scared of a little dragon competition?”
Ember turns away from him huffily! “I'm fine with sharing you with the ponies, but I draw the line with other dragons!”
Brightwing looks to Ember. “Why are you so mean, meanie?!”
“You want to throw down?!”
Brightwing appears almost giddy at the thought! “Fight time!”
Arc quickly steps between them! “Easy there you two! Ember you can't beat up Brightwing! She's the only one who knows where we are going!”
Ember looks at Brightwing angrily! “You're lucky Arc is here to hold me back!”
She smiles happily! “I will be very happy to tear you limb from limb if you continue!”
“Wow... are all dragons like this at that age?!”
Ember shakes her head. “N-no! At least I sure hope not! I mean... I wasn't... I think.”
Brightwing giggles! “I like happy things! Like puppies, and rainbows, and... dead enemies!”
Arc turns to Ember. “Are you sure about that? I'm seeing quite a few similarities between the two of you.”
Ember throws her claws up, exasperated! “I'm not sure of anything right now!”
Brightwing looks to Ember with her cheerful expression unchanged. “Your words are hard to make together talking for expressing things!”
Arc looks at the dragon, extremely confused! “Um… I really don’t even know what you just said!”
Ember points a claw at Brightwing's chest! “Now look here whelpling...”
Brightwing interrupts her! Happy, but confused. “Why poke Brightwing? Ooh! Is it because you want Brightwing to gnaw flesh from finger?!”
Arc sighs as Ember and Brightwing continue to argue “This is going to be a LONG walk...”