Part 859: Cynthia C

Perfect! There you are!

Did you need something?

As a matter of fact, I do need one teensy-weensy favor!

And what might that be?

Could you turn into a dragon? Just for a second! Pretty please?

Um...why?

Er, um, because... Becaaause... Because I'm going to strike a totally awesome pose on top of you!

...What?

A dashing knight, perched atop a dragon's head, crying victory to the four winds! Can you imagine anything more amazing?

Yeah, actually. I can. I mean, I suppose it's kind of amazing for the posing knight... But the dragon's part seems pretty lousy, if you ask me. Sorry, but I'm not going to serve as some kind of elaborate prop.

H-hey! You're not a prop! Knight and dragon stand together as a single unit! Equals in every way! You'll love it, I promise!

The word "equals" rarely applies when one person's rear is on the other's head.

Aww, you're overthinking this... C'mon, transform! Please? Let me pose on your head!

No. This whole conversation is silly! Do you know how scarce dragonstones are? Using one to stage your ridiculous farce is simply not going to happen!

Oh you're so stingy! And stubborn! You're being kind of childish here, Nah. I've got to admit.

Hello, pot. Meet kettle.

Well, I don't give up so easily. I'll be back as many times as it takes! (leaves)

Why don't you go and find a hobby that doesn't involve me?