Chapter 74

Eifa seemed to be talking with one of the forest people's attendants.

However, due to the pressure magic, the wind was loud, making it hard to hear clearly.

Just then, it seemed they had come to an agreement, and Eifa ran over to me.

Facing the dragon on the second-floor terrace, she jumped up with all her might and stretched out her hand.

"Seika-kun!"

"Got it!"

I grabbed her hand.

Then, with all my strength, I pulled her up and sat her down behind me.

"Sorry to interrupt you while you're busy. We need to hurry. Hold on tight."

"Okay!"

Eifa wrapped her slender arms around my waist.

After confirming this, I told the dragon to go and sent a light figure flying ahead.

The dragon, which had seemed puzzled as to why we weren't returning, eventually raised its head and spread its wings.

The magic output increased.

The wind from the pressure difference began to blow fiercely.

I smiled and announced to the prince and the forest people.

"Then, everyone, I'll be waiting for you at the summit. Oh, and bring some food, please."

The dragon flapped its wings.

Grasping the dense air, the massive body began to rise.

Once it had gained sufficient altitude, it gradually picked up speed, moving forward.

Tilting its left wing, it made a large turn. Then, facing the destination, the dragon began to fly majestically toward the mountain where it lived.

"Ah, ah, we're flying!"

In the sky, Eifa, who was on my back, let out an anxious voice.

Feeling elated, I spoke to Eifa.

"How is it, Eifa? What do you think of flying in the sky?"

"It's a bit scary... But... it's beautiful. I've never seen such a view before."

Eifa murmured, looking down.

I see, that's right.

"But, you're amazing, Seika-kun."

"Hm?"

"I didn't think you'd actually ride a dragon. You said it was impossible before..."

"That's right!"

"Kyaa!? What...?"

"I also thought it was impossible until just a moment ago. But, I made a great discovery!"

I explained, unable to contain my excitement.

"Riding a creature with wings is basically impossible. When they flap their wings, there's always a reaction that causes the body to move up and down. It's not something you can normally stay on the back of."

"Oh, I see..."

"But, there's actually a place where you don't move up and down even when they flap their wings. Can you guess where it is?"

"Eh...? Oh, maybe the head?"

"Exactly! Whether it's a bird or a dragon, the head is always kept as stable as possible. They need to maintain their vision, and if the brain shakes, they can't think properly."

"Wow..."

"An ordinary dragon might be impossible, but a Great Dragon is big enough to ride on its head! I can ride this dragon! Maybe the dragon knights in fairy tales flew this way too."

Eifa fell silent for a moment.

Then, she suddenly burst out laughing loudly.

"Ha ha ha ha ha! No way, a dragon knight riding on a dragon's head would look ridiculous!"

"Ridiculous?"

Is that so?

Actually, in my previous life, I rode on a dragon's head... Maybe people thought I looked strange?

"Ha ha... Besides, with a dragon this big, it doesn't really matter whether a human is riding it or not."

"Y-Yeah... But, we need people for base capture and all that..."

As I spoke, I began to feel that it was a bit far-fetched.

"Hehe, but this is the first time I've seen you so excited, Seika-kun."

"W-Well, it's fine to be excited, right?"

"Y-Yeah... I want to hear more. How did you become friends with the dragon?"

"Ah..."

We might reach the summit before I can tell her everything.

Besides, the others are also approaching.

"It's a bit of a long story. I'll tell you after we settle down."

"Okay... And, thank you, Seika-kun, for earlier."

"Eh, for what?"

When I asked about the softly spoken words, Eifa didn't answer.

Hmm? Oh well.

"Even though I said the head doesn't move, it still shakes a bit. Hold on tight."

"Okay!"

Eifa leaned in and tightened her arms.

The soft sensation against my back was a bit distracting... but I'll try not to think about it.