Fyx and Qyx sat around the campfire, just like every other night. The air was cool and the fire was hot, a welcome sight after the day’s hike. The blue dracon reviewed the note in his book, taking in each page. Occasionally, he’d add something with his pen, an adjustment, an addendum, a comment. He smiled at this amalgamation of knowledge, feeling pride in his accomplishments.
Then, something popped in Fyx’s mind. He looked at the white dragon observing the warm campfire and thought to himself. Was now a good time? It was quiet, nothing going on. After stroking his chin and pressing his lips, he made his decision. Fyx got his travel bag out and looked for something within.
“I got you a little something while we were in Almeya.”
Qyx looked perplexed, “A something? Is it another cloud jewel? I kind of got robbed last time I had one. Literally.”
Fyx got a small bag and placed it on his lap. It was tied with an eye-catching red ribbon which stood out against the white canvas material. The dracon had a goofy smile on his face, clearly hiding some unbridled excitement.
“It’s a little thing I found while you were shopping for camping supplies. I think you’ll like it.”
Qyx raised an eyebrow, “Is it edible?”
“Ah, no. It’s something else.”
“Well, let’s see it already.”
Fyx fiddled with the white bag and handed it to the white dragon. The ribbon matched both his eyes and mane, almost like a form of flattery. Qyx pressed on it, trying to get a feel for the contents; whatever was inside was squishy and soft, conforming to his grip. He tried to think of what his friend could possibly get for him.
Sparing no more time, he pulled the soft velvet string and opened the top. Slowly, he unveiled the bag’s contents, letting fabric slide off and away. The gift was revealed to be a soft, white dragon plush, complete with a red mane going down the back. It stood on four featureless legs, ending in soft stumps stitched together. The tail was slightly short with a red tuft accenting the tip. The toy looked back at Qyx with its little beady eyes, welcoming its new owner with a reassuring smile.
The white scale stared at his gift for a long while, gazing into its round eyes. “This is…”
Qyx’s dumbfounded expression quickly changed into a wide, genuine smile. Then, for the first time in Qyx’s long life, he started laughing. It was quiet at first, a small chuckle under his breath, but gradually grew louder the longer he stared at his new toy. His happiness couldn’t be contained as a joyful smile spread across his face. No matter how much he tried, he couldn’t stop laughing at this mirror image of himself. He lifted it up as if it were his child and giggled gleefully.
“This is… adorable! Hahahah!”
Fyx started laughing in turn, “Yes! I saw it on a toy vender’s cart and it looked like you! I knew I simply had to buy it!”
Qyx hugged the plush tightly, still giggling. “By the sky, thank you! I love it! It’s so cute!”
“Yours to keep, my friend.” Fyx hugged him. “I’m glad you like it.”
“Fyx, I love it!” He lifted it into the air again and let it fly against the starry sky. “He’s my new friend.”
“Hah, perhaps one day I’ll find a blue dragon for myself to match yours!”
“That’d be really nice.” Qyx lay the plush in his lap as he pet it idly.
Fyx hugged him suddenly, taking the infatuated Qyx by surprise. Regardless, he embraced his best friend and hugged him back.
“Thanks. Took me by surprise a bit there, but that was nice.”
Fyx giggled, “The best hugs are the ones you never see coming, from those you least expect.”
“That’s either the most charming thing you’ve ever said or the creepiest.”
They both sat and looked up at the stars. Embers flew up and into the sky, adding twinkling lights of their own. Fyx got out a sausage and roasted it over the fire. After cooking it for a sufficient time, he took a big bite and gobbled it down. Qyx continued to idly toss his new toy in his hands. Every time he looked down at it, his smile grew. Fyx was such a good friend.
Here it is, an excerpt from my main story, The Fifth Alignment. I decided to illustrate this scene just to truly show how adorable it is.
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