The dragonet snuggles peacefully into the warmth of the nest, making soft and quiet chirps of content as she awaits the return of her parent. She is so young that her eggs shells still lie around her, the parent having yet to dispose of them.

Suddenly, the dragonet lets out a loud squeal as it is snatched up from the nest. Its small eyes stare into the face of the human man, said human grinning wildly and cackling to its companion, a more nervous chap who remains at the side.

"Now, boy, when have you ever seen a dragon so young? It could sell for a fortune!"

"But it's too young-" The boy tries to argue.

"Hush!" The man interrupts. "Now, quick! Before the big one returns, let's go!"