"Please take your time getting on, but the King shouldn't be kept waiting," the woman sternly reminded us.
"I'm surprised he is even taking this meeting based on how busy his schedule has been lately," I added, feeling a mix of nervousness and excitement about meeting the King.
The woman, still unyielding, stated, "I can only carry three people at a time, but since you two are children, it shouldn't be an issue." She gestured for us to climb onto the dragon's back again.
Nervously, I asked, "Where do I hold on to, ma'am?"
"His back has hundreds of scales; just plant your feet on two and your hands on another, and don't let go. I will make sure to slow down so your kids don't fall," she assured us.
"But what about the horse and the cargo? We can't carry it all," I pointed out, worried about leaving our belongings behind.