In order to keep a low profile, Heron had to play the pet or he might have been hunted for sport in one of the territories. Worse, he and Grabon would have been separated. As long as Grabon was not mature, they could not risk Heron being seen as an equal. The same is true for Grabon among the humans. As it is, when Grabon reveals himself and begins to…

How is it that humans know so little about the dragons? Well, the dragons were not inclined to make contact with lesser beasts that came from off planet unless they posed a danger to the planet itself. The dragons observed the humans from a distance. Yes that meant that the humans had a glimpse of them from time to time, but none of them assumed they were smart, or equal.…

Most of us have a language distinction that we use to indicate company that joins us in our lives and those who expect us to cater to their needs. Whether our friends hang out while others visit or we have guests and visitors, it all amounts to the same thing. Some people are close enough to be included in the mundane, others need to be entertained and catered to. Sometimes…