Tafel stared up at the massive golden doors in front of her. She took in a deep breath as she placed her hands against the glossy material. Her muscles tensed, and a grunt echoed out from her mouth as she shoved as hard as she could with both her arms. The doors slid open, and Tafel took a step forward. Her arms were completely stretched out to the sides, but the doors werent fully opened; after all, the doors were designed with a dragons size in mind.
Tafel lowered her arms and looked around. The only source of light ca from behind her, illuminating the darkness with a thin column of brightness. In the center of the room, on top of a massive bed, an ocean-blue dragon was curled up with its eyes closed, an expanding and shrinking snot bubble coming out of one of its nostrils.
Tafel stared at the steps leading onto the bed. There were at least four flights of stairs. Tafels horns glowed silver, and two portals opened: one beside her and one on top of the bed. With a single step, Tafel went through the portal and appeared by Vurs side, skipping the tedious process of walking. Her feet sank into the bed as she walked, and if it werent for the blanket supporting her, she was sure the bed would be going up to her knees instead of just her ankles.
Mana swirled in Tafels hand as her horns glowed blue. An icicle appeared in her palm, and she used it to jab Vurs snot bubble. The bubbled popped, the snot freezing in midair before falling to the blanket. Vurs eyes creaked open, and he blinked a few tis before his gaze focused on Tafel. He yawned, his mouth gaping wide, the suction causing Tafels hair to flutter forward. Vur closed his mouth and smacked his lips a few tis before looking at Tafel. Good morning.
Morning, Vur, Tafel said. Alices wedding starts in a few hours. I woke you up in advance, so you could get ready.
Vurs body shrank, and his scales receded into his skin. His wings and tails retracted, and his claws turned back into nails. He let out another yawn and scratched his belly before looking around. What do I have to get ready?
Tafel stared at Vur. He was naked. For one, you could wear so clothes.
Vur glanced down at himself and frowned. Ill wear pants, but do I have to wear a shirt?
Yes, Tafel said. You have to wear a shirt. And a suit. And a tie. Tafel furrowed her brow. I can ask Mr. Edward for a suit if you want. Im sure he has one thatll fit you. Given how obsessed the noble was with Vur, Tafel wouldnt be surprised if the skeleton had a suit that could fit Vur whilst he was polymorphed into a dragon as well.
Vur made a face. Are Grimmy and Leila and Ramon and Gloria wearing suits to the wedding?
I dont think so? Tafel asked, raising an eyebrow. Maybe they are. I really dont know. Do you want to open a portal to them for you to ask?
Vur nodded, and Tafel sighed through her nose. Her horns glowed silver, and a face-sized portal appeared in the air in front of Vur. Tafel gestured to Vur, and he poked his head inside. A few monts later, he took his head out and looked at his wife. Theyre not wearing any clothes.
I dont think theyre expected to, Tafel said.
What if I go in my dragon form? Vur asked. Do I still have to wear a suit?
Tafel shook her head. You cant go in your dragon form.
Vur tilted his head. Why not?
We have to dance at weddings, Tafel said. If you turn into a dragon, how am I supposed to dance with you? She raised a finger and pointed at Vur before he could speak. And dont say youre going to turn into a dragon as well.
Vur closed his mouth and pouted. A second later, he sighed. Alright, he said. Ill wear a suit. What else do I have to do?
Nothing else, Tafel said. I already have the presents wrapped and ready to go. As for transport, all we need to do is open a portal. However, I still have to get dressed and make myself look presentable.
Vur yawned again and blinked a few tis. How long until the wedding starts?
Four hours, Tafel said. She paused. Well, theres a little less ti now, but around there.
Vur scratched his head. Can you wake up in three and a half hours? I dont need that long to put on a suit.
Tafel stared at Vur. Isnt there anything else youd like to do? she asked. I know you think sleeping is nice and all, but how about reading so books or viewing so pieces of art from ti to ti? She pointed at Vur again before he could speak. Yes, you can do that in your sleep, but doesnt it give you a different feeling when you do it while awake?
Vur nodded. It makes tired when I do it while Im awake, he said. When Im asleep, I wont get tired no matter how much I read. I can read for days while sleeping.
Tafel scratched her head. So, you actually do things while youre asleep, right? Sleeping is basically entertainnt for you?
Vur nodded again.
And its more fun than anything you can do while youre awake?
Vur shook his head. I cant be with you while Im asleep, he said and wrapped his arm around Tafels shoulder, pulling her in close. Sleeping is great and all, but I like spending ti with you more.
Tafels face flushed red, and she pursed her lips. There were plenty of tis when you complained about not getting to sleep or not getting enough sleep while I was around.
Vur scratched his nose. I cant help it if I get tired, he said. Even if were having fun on an adventure, we still have to stop to eat. Its the sa thing.
I see, Tafel said and leaned her head against Vurs shoulder, poking him with her horns. Alright, Ill wake you up when its ti to change and leave then.
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