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Started August 23, 2019 by @ElderGodSwimwithGamers group

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Asa bounded in, exploring her new home. She sniffed everything, rubbing against the furniture and rolling on the ground. Occasionally, she would fly up tojust belowthe ceiling, tooting.

Ashera had headed to a small office room that doubled as a storage area. It was fairly organized but not completely if she was honest. It took her a moment to find the right items. She had been considering adopting a pet for a while so when she wasn't too busy with work she had spent some time carving a couple of runes into a jet black stone tied to a leather cord.
”Asa! Come here, girl. I got something for you.”

Asa came bounding in when Ashera called her. What could this woman be giving her? A toy? A treat? When she saw the stone, she thumped her tail against the ground. Of course, it was a collar. She had worn some before, and she thought she would look magnificent in this one.

Ashera smiled as she slid the amulet around Asa’s neck. ”I know it looks more like a necklace but I don't work with human metals. At least it should keep others from thinking that you don't have a home.” her smile dropped a little before she wrapped her arms around Asa in a hug.

Asa was startled for a moment, but she quickly got used to it and put her head on Ashera's shoulder, snuggling against her neck. She knew that people needed hugs sometimes, and sometimes she was the only one around to hug.

Ashera giggled lightly, ”Sorry, Asa. I just realized that in my snap decision to take you home, I forgot to get you a bed and some toys.” She pulled away smiling brightly again. ”I guess you can sleep with me for now, and we can go shopping for you tomorrow.”

Asa waved her tail back and forth, very much an oversized puppy. She wouldn't mind sleeping with her new owner; it would be good bonding time for her. She twirled once, rubbing against Ashera and humming.

Ashera smiled, petting Asa softly. ”In the meantime, I'm going to make something for dinner. Dragons are omnivores, right?” she wondered aloud as she headed to the kitchen.
Ashera's kitchen was one of the most used rooms in the house, partly because of her work, and as such was almost always in a state of organized chaos. With a variety of different herbs hanging from the windows to dry, jars of powdered tree bark and something that looked like a chemistry set.

Asa chirped in agreement. Since she was still considered a child by dragon terms of age, her diet consisted of mostly berries, insects, and small mammals when she had been in the wild. On her human side, though, she was a young adult, and she had a large affinity for steak. She sniffed around the kitchen, sneezing when she thrust her nose is a bundle of herbs.

”At least you didn't set anything on fire.” Ashera laughed at the cute sound, looking for something for the both of them to eat. What do you feed a Dragon? she sighed. I really didn't think this through.
”Ok, I know this isn't usual ”pet” food… But it is your first meal here… I have a leftover vegetarian Lassana or a fire-roasted meatless chili? Or maybe a just a plate of berries and fruit would be better.”

Asa didn't really react to the first two meals, but she perked up at the berries and fruit. She pulled away from the herbs, going to stand by Ashera again. She rubbed against Ashera's leg, humming.

Ashera relaxed happily at Asa’s reaction. ”Thank you. That's very helpful.” she told her gratefully, taking a plate of lasagna for herself before starting cutting up some fruit and mixing them into a bowl with some fresh berries for Asa. ”Here you go, girl. I guess I'm going to have to buy some meat for you on occasion too, huh? Especially when you get older.” she smiled reheating her dinner.

Asa bobbed her head up and down, looking at Ashera for a moment before snapping up some of the fruit, tilting her head up to help her swallow.

She chuckled lightly, ”You really are smart. I can't often hold a conversation well with many people unless it's about business. But you really seem to listen and understand.”

Asa gave the dragon equivalent of a smile, taking another bite of her food before going over to bump her head against Ashera's leg in an affectionate manner.

Ashera chuckled taking a bite to her own dinner affectionately rubbing her hand against Asa’s head. ”I’m glad I brought you home. It can get a bit lonely sometimes.”

Asa leaned into Ashera's hand, humming. She was glad Ashera had brought her home too; she liked having someone to be with. Even if she could never show Ashera her true nature, Asa felt safe with her; perhaps it was Ashera's kind nature, or how she was treating Asa. Either way, it made her feel secure.

”I almost wish you could talk back. I know not all Dragons can and I think it's illegal or something to sell one that can.” She sighed, continuing to pet Asa. ”Oh! I promised you could fly, didn't I?” Ashera raised her hand and concentrated, using her magic to open the back door. ”If you ever need to hunt anything, please make sure it's not someone’s pet. You seem smart enough to know the difference.”

Asa nodded her head. She knew better than to eat someone's pet. She was still very, very young in dragon terms; perhaps one day she would be able to communicate with Ashera. Until then, though, she would have to rely on body language.

Ashera smiled, ”Good girl. I’m going to clean up in here now, it shouldn't take long but you can fly around for a bit while I do this.” The Fae started to reach for Asa’s dish before stopping. ”Are you done eating?”

Asa nodded, bouncing up and down a little. As soon as she had responded to Ashera, she raced towards the back door, flapping her wings and taking flight. She could be seen through the window occasionally, doing tricks as she zoomed around the property.

Ashera laughed a little at Asa’s enthusiasm as she gathered the dishes. She didn’t waste space with a dishwasher in her house. Everything was mostly used for storage or cooking, besides she enjoyed cleaning up. There was a window overlooking the backyard so she could watch Asa as she worked.

Finally, Asa noticed Ashera cleaning up through the window. She ducked down out of sight, sitting directly under the window. Then, she flew up, putting her paws on the window sill and letting out a loud chirp.

Ashera had leaned closer the window for a moment to see Asa a bit better after she had disappeared. So the blonde ended up starting slightly when Asa surprised her. ”You mischievous Dragon.” she laughed, recovering from the jump scare.

Asa chirped a couple of times; it sounded like laughter. She went back to frolicking around the backyard, exploring.