The battle had ended sooner than he had ever anticipated. For all of the energy and bloody vigor his opponent had left, it had simply vanished as did their movements the moment they finally hit the ground from what he thought to be sudden exhaustion. He was immediately proven wrong though, as the little dragon's gem burst forth and covered them entirely.

Firenze had won.

He was shocked- rather evidently as he watched Merrow become enveloped by their own magical stone. He sincerely hoped they would have a painless and swift recovery- they fought beautifully after all! And nobody really deserved to die here, it was all good fun in the end. But he didn't linger on that thought for too long. Taking a moment to himself to locate his family and friends- though Lavonia, she was already here! Right beside him- and well now ushering him out of the arena to boot! Oh, she seemed so worried- but so proud of him!

He couldn't help but wiggle with newfound pride and excitement. Mostly at the fact his love was by his side and he was getting the much-desired attention he craved. But! He had also won fair and square and everyone saw! He really was his beloved's champion!

[exit]




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