Kobald Girlfriend (special preview)

Dinihari was practicing medicine, like most of Afan. She would tell you about her classes and the lectures she went to. Often mentioning she wished you were there. You would tell her about your own boring studies and how you also wished she was by your side to make them interesting. But through all your conversations and wishes to be in the same room, you had never told her once about you leg. And now, you feel as if this could end your friendship.

At the docks, you’re shocked to see there is a small procession awaiting you. The royal caravan is there, waiting to take you to the palace. As you walk off the ship, cane in hand, you see someone standing in waiting. 

Kobold’s are like a mix of the Lizardfolk and Dragons. They have feature more like dragons, but are the size of Lizardfolk. The one standing in wait is rather small. Her scales are sapphire blue and she’s wearing a wine colored wrapped top and a flowing skirt to match.

She rushes ahead to meet you. “It’s so wonderful to finally meet you in person!” She gasps, reaching out to hug you. 

You have to stoop to meet her embrace, as she only comes up to your chest, but it’s worth it. “It’s a dream to finally meet you too, Dinihari.”

Dinihari squeezes you then lets go. Her eyes flicker to your cane but she grins when she looks back into your eyes. “Come! Come! I have a room for you and there’s going to be a wonderful dinner for you tonight.” She takes your free hand, leading you to the carriage.

Inside the carriage, she sits right beside you, thankfully on your right side. 

“I am just so-” she loses her breath for a moment as she looks up at you. “I’m so happy,” she whispers. She tilts her head as she gazes up at you. Her eyes are the most beautiful amber gold color, and you know you could get lost in them.

“So am I,” you chuckle breathlessly.

Dinihari captures your hand again, squeezing it tight. Her scales and cool and glossy. “Oh,” she gasps and her eyes widen. “Bend down, you have something on your face.”

“Do I?” You bend slightly and her hand touches your cheek.

“Yes,” she murmurs, “right-” she kisses you. You soft lips press against yours and she steals your breath.

Your stunned for a moment, but upon recovering you return her kiss. She tastes like spiced tea and a touch of mint.

Dinihari pulls back, her eyes fluttering. “I’ve been waiting to do that for so long.”

You chuckle nervously and nod. “Me too.”

She puts her small hand on your chest. “Your heart is beating so fast.”

“It’s trying to find you,” I whisper. You then laugh. “Oh god, that sound so corny.”

Dinihari smiles. “I liked it.” 

Once at the palace, Dinihari guides you through the bright, open halls to your room. Inside it’s bright with open windows letting in the fragrant wind from the sea. 

“You’re near my room,” Dinihari says with a quiet voice. “So if you ever need anything you can easily find me.”

You turn and look at her. “Thank you. The view from here is beautiful,” you glance back at her, gripping onto your cane.

Dinihari steps towards you. “You probably want to rest before the dinner,” she says. “Do you need anything for your leg?” She asks shyly.

“Oh. no,” you murmur. “I’m used to it at this point.”

Dinihari furrows her brow. “Is it an old injury?”

“You could say that,” you reply with a quiet nod.

Dinihari walks over to you. Her fingers brush along your hand holding your cane. “You never told me.”