Cradling the Lioness in his Arms (2)
"Then be a nice girl, and don't complain," Rio spoke as he moved to kneel down, his back facing her as he patted his shoulder for her to climb.
Helia opened her mouth to protest, but the words died on her lips. The blonde-haired beauty knew that she was in no condition to walk, but she didn't want to take his help either.
She looked at Nyla who indicated with her eyes that it was okay and not to hesitate, this encouraged her to take the aid Rio was giving her.
Helia moved her hands to wrap around his neck as Rio grabbed her legs tenderly to coil them around his waist.
He got up from the ground, straightening his knees as the boy carried the girl in a piggyback posture to give her a comfy ride in the blistering desert.
This time it was better than before as he didn't have to carry her in front using both of his arms which were more bothersome and consumed a lot of stamina.