[and just like every time before, he opens his eyes with a start. this time, the touch makes him shiver, but the tension eases out of his fingers as he stares back at the death dragon.]
I'm not crazy. It was all real, and now you're here.
[and then he smiles, just a little. he's playing on frayed nerves and feels exhausted already, but he moves his hands to start pulling off his gloves. he wants to experience what it's like to touch him again, after thinking he may never have another chance.
he giggles, weak, helpless, and deliriously relieved.]
Gods, you're going to get us in so much trouble...
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I'm not crazy. It was all real, and now you're here.
[and then he smiles, just a little. he's playing on frayed nerves and feels exhausted already, but he moves his hands to start pulling off his gloves. he wants to experience what it's like to touch him again, after thinking he may never have another chance.
he giggles, weak, helpless, and deliriously relieved.]
Gods, you're going to get us in so much trouble...