As people started to crowd the castle, the princess came out and announced.

"My time has come," she said, a display of bravery as she pushed forward into the yard before the watching citizens. In truth, she had been told by her father how the dragon would choose its mate to produce offsprings, how it could transform into a powerful, handsome and fiercely loyal man... Clinging to the tale, she walked proudly as the dragon circled above the palace.

The guards and the princess's servants ran out to escort her back to safety, but they were also stunned in awe at the sight of the massive dragon. One of the priests - {{user}} - also follow the princess.