Stop.
Riley's trembling hand that had been holding the bottle almost opened in surprise.
Because short of wanting to raise his hands in surrender, the relief that suddenly coursed through his body nearly got him going limp and in tears.
But why?
Instincts probably?
His head and heart had been pounding since he considered taking the cork out. And in that moment, he felt a terrible yearning for the golden dragon who was probably huffing and puffing in indignation.
Maybe Kael had gone back.
Or rather, surely he'd gone back, right?
Because, according to Riley's calculations, he had been here for hours now. And if Kael had stayed to wait for him, then that guy would have missed meals and work. And that would not be good for his already cranky dragon.
His head was suddenly filled with tasks, things to do, and other thoughts that definitely had nothing to do with what he was currently facing.
