Novax tentatively came forward from the back of the group. She looked scared and hopeful at the same time. Eighteen years is a long time to be alone. Gracie couldn't blame her for not wanting to get her hopes up.
"Everyone else, please make yourselves at home. There are drinks, snacks and various things to hopefully make the time go by faster. We will get to you as soon as we can. We only ask that you don't leave the room."
Gracie smiled at everyone. Taking Novax's hand, she led her to the other side of the long curtain. The poor girl's hand was shaking so badly it was almost vibrating.
"I can not do this," she whispered, shaking her head. She looked at Gracie as she started to panic. "What if it does not work? What if he can not accept my dragon? I can not find him just to lose him aga
