The suns’ light slanted through the trees, shifting as the breeze played through the leaves. The air was cooler now, refreshing. Alexis walked, ignoring the scenery, and focused on the path ahead. Cadmus capered around her feet, but she was not in the mood for the dragon’s antics. Yet, the path was never ending.
The largest sun, Atropos, was setting when Alexis finally stopped and sat on a stump. Anger and frustration warmed her flushed face. How am I supposed to learn my lessons if I cannot reach my destination?
Cadmus chirped and rubbed against her leg like a cat.
“Stop it, Cadmus!”
Cadmus whined and cringed.
“Cadmus, I’m sorry,” Alexis winced at his reaction. Guilt prickled her mind. He was her constant companion and supporter. “I’m tired. I’m hungry. I don’t know what is goin
