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You stepped out of the room, the refreshing afterglow of your bath lingered like a gentle embrace. The air was crisp against your skin as you made your way through the castle corridors, the echoes of your conversation with Marian still dancing in your mind.

Pushing open the massive wooden door, you left the confines of the citadel and entered the wild expanse beyond. The city sprawled out behind you, its busy life a stark contrast to the serene, untamed land ahead. Clad in your training outfit, you felt a sense of freedom wash over you, your spirit buoyed by the thrill of the adventure that lay ahead. With a circular headband nestled atop your brow and your white hair neatly bundled into a bun, you were ready to embrace the wild.

You navigated the winding path that led up the hill, the earth firm beneath your feet, each step a rhythm echoing your excitement. As you climbed higher, you paused, letting the world fall silent around you, then broke it with a sharp whistle.

In response, two answering roars pierced the air, reverberating through the quiet landscape. The unmistakable sound sent a surge of anticipation coursing through you as two dragons soared toward you, their majestic forms cutting through the sky. One, with brilliant red sails adorned with tips of blood red, glided gracefully to land nearest to you. The other, darker and more ominous, sported green-tipped wings and landed softly behind you, the earth quaking slightly with its weight.

You stepped forward, a smile breaking across your face as you approached the red dragon. "Hello, Drogon," you said, affectionately patting its cheek. It responded with a low purr, the sound vibrating through your fingertips, warm and welcoming. Then your gaze shifted to the other dragon, and you greeted it with a playful smirk, "Hello, Cannibal."

Both dragons leaned closer, their eyes glinting with intelligence and loyalty, and as they purred in unison, you felt an unbreakable bond between you and your fierce companions. The wild land stretched before you, and together, you were ready to explore its depths, embrace its challenges, and discover the secrets it held.

"Well, didn't see that coming," said a voice from behind you, causing both Drogon and Cannibal to instinctively shift, shielding you from view. You couldn't help but laugh at their protective instincts. "It's okay, boys! Let me see who it is."

The dragons stepped back, their watchful gazes still trained on the newcomer. You turned to find Anakin standing there, arms crossed, a confident smirk on his face. He looked far from tired despite the uphill trek; in fact, he seemed invigorated, as if the climb were a mere afterthought.

"To what do I owe the pleasure, Mr. Skywalker?" you asked with a playful arch of your eyebrow, scanning him.

"Oh, don't call me that. Anakin is just fine," he replied, waving a hand dismissively, his smile turning genuine.

You felt a spark of camaraderie with him, an unexpected warmth settling in the air as you continued to meet his gaze.

"What brings you all the way out here? The training grounds are back in the city," you said, leaning slightly against a rock.

"I figured you might be up to something more exciting than drills. Besides, I heard two dragons causing a ruckus from a distance," he replied, tilting his head toward Drogon and Cannibal, who were now eyeing him curiously.

"Well, you definitely found me at the right time. Ready for some adventure?" you asked, the thrill of the wild land before you beckoning.

Anakin chuckled, glancing at the dragons. "I'm always ready for an adventure, especially if it involves dragons. So, what's the plan?"

You exchanged a look with your dragons, their eyes sparkling with enthusiasm. It seemed the day was about to get a lot more interesting.

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"When I said fun, I didn't think of this!" shouted Anakin, his voice a mix of excitement and exasperation as he struggled to keep his balance atop Cannibal, who was playfully teasing the young Jedi. You couldn't help but laugh at the sight: Anakin's determination was evident, but Cannibal was clearly enjoying the game, bucking slightly to throw him off balance.

You sat comfortably atop Drogon, who crooned beneath you, his warmth and strong presence reassuring. "Can't you get this brute to listen?" Anakin shouted again, his grip tightening on Cannibal's harness.

Grinning mischievously, you allowed Drogon to drop a bit in altitude, gliding smoothly just above Cannibal. "Cannibal, my dear, let Anakin have what it means to ride a dragon," you called out, your tone playful yet confident.

With a gleam in his green eyes, Cannibal paused his antics and dipped his head slightly, as if considering your words. Then, with a graceful flourish, he flared out his wings, launching forward and allowing Anakin to settle more securely. The sudden burst of speed surprised the Jedi, but he quickly adjusted, finding his rhythm atop the great dragon.

"Now this is what I'm talking about!" Anakin shouted, a grin spreading across his face. The green dragon glided through the air, letting the wind rush past as he maneuvered effortlessly with Drogon flying in tandem beside him.

You reveled in the moment, feeling a current of exhilaration as you watched Anakin find his confidence. The wild land stretched out below you, and with two powerful dragons beneath you, any adventure lay at your fingertips.

"Just hold on tight! Cannibal likes to have a little fun!" you called out, glancing back at Anakin. He nodded, his face alight with a mix of thrill and laughter, ready for whatever Cannibal had in store.

With that, you signaled Drogon to soar higher, both dragons climbing the thermals, and together, you three darted across the skies. The world was yours to explore, filled with the promise of adventure and the freedom that only came from riding through the open air on the backs of dragons.