One eye on the sky

"I don't understand Kat. You suffered heavy burns from the dragon and you still walk it off. I don't want anything happening to you and yet here you are laying in a hospital bed trying to recover from what happened. Don't you feel at least more tired thanks to it." he said looking at her good arm that the bad one is wrapped up.

"So what? I didn't expect my arm to get burned like this, Marcus. I never asked for such a thing to happen to me but it did. Sometimes, things in this realm happen for a reason and who knows? It might heal quicker than I think it might. Just give it time alright? Things will change for the better..." he saw her reaching for his head again but Marcus grabs her wrist to hold her hand into his cheek. She looked startled from that but watches him nuzzling his cheek into her hand.

"..............."

"I still feel horrible you got hurt. I won't let it happen again though; I give you my word Kat. Nothing will happen to you ever again.I swear it.."

"Marcus..."

"You sill good really? You do this now but feels more worried because of this? I know it's annoying because of it but trust me, I will be fine. *shuts eyes* Think of his as a resting start for me to recover later on. A simple burned arm won't stop me alright? So stop worrying.."  she sees him look to her that he saw a smile on her face.

"I understand Kat..I'll try to do that.." he didn't mean to be over worried but he couldn't help it. Seeing her get hurt was already painful enough for him and he couldn't bare anything else happening to her. He shuts his eyes looking down but Kat lets him hold her hand still with it caressing his cheek slowly. It felt nice for her to care that he relaxes into her touch.

He did look pretty adorable right now but she didn't want to ruin this moment between them. All she did was laugh finding him precious but keeps stroking his cheek. "See? Are you better now?" she saw him give a light nod but his eyes remained shut.

"Heh good.."

"I'm sorry Kat for sounding and behaving like this. I just can't help it when it came to seeing you hurt like that. I just..lost my temper and went insane. However, the dragon did get killed after that so...I guess something did come good out of it." he mutters to see Kat blink tilting her head.

"Good to know.." she smiled still stroking and caressing his cheek.

"Now, if you don't mind. I would like for you to do your thing alright? Just go out and enjoy yourself. I will be fine resting up from what I known so far.....Just go and do what you do." she mutters looking at Marcus.

"Are you sure?"

"*Sighs* Yes. Now, I would like to take a nap please...can you let me do that?" she asked gently that he looks at her to nod slowly releasing her hand. Katherine smiled at him but he lays her hand back on the medic bed so she can rest up or sleep for the day. Maybe he can come and visit her again later on. However, she wanted to sleep.

Marcus saw Katherine resting up that she actually dozed off to sleep. He only showed a smile on his face seeing this that he got nervous to wishing on saying bye to her. Knowing she was sleeping, he goes over to her side then bends down. His lips touches her forehead to leave a small kiss there. He wishes her to rest up and get her energy back. After that, he stands up straight and leaves the room to let her sleep. However, he didn't know her cheeks blushed a faint pink from the sudden good bye kiss. He was heading out looking around as things have calmed down but saw Rosie and Lewis talking outside her shop. He walks over to them to give a update on Kat.

They were worried about what Marcus could say about Kat. However, they calmed down when hearing that she was alright but recovering. She was sleeping right now in the medic building so things were alright for now. "I'm glad that she's recovering slowly Marcus. I know many others in the village was worried about her so yeah, this is good.." Rosie was so happy for this that she saw Marcus nod to agree with that.

"I'm glad to see that she's doing alright as well. I was really worried that she wouldn't heal up correctly due to the toxins in her body. However, she's recovering slowly and at a good pace." he was very happy knowing this both Rosie and Lewis tilts their heads hearing him speak.

"See? After all that she was going to be fine master. You didn't have to worry about her that bad if she was going to recover either way." he sees Marcus look to him with arms over his chest but he knew it's true. However, he wanted to be sure since this was kat.

"Don't blame this on me Lewis. I just am so happy that Kat is going to be alright. I want to see her feeling all better again when they let her out of the medic building. I know the toxins from that dragon must have been strong to get her in a bed but I'm so happy to know she'll be alright soon."

"She's s strong girl, Marcus. I know deep down you are very happy to see her well again. I know that much from all this but...how about giving her something as a welcome home present? For later on when she does get let go. I think she'll enjoy it very much.." she said to nudge his shoulder smiling.

"I believe you Rosie and I know she will recover. I just want nothing else to happen to her and I don't know what the flames did to her. Kat seems more weaker than normal and I wasn't sure what could happen to her from that. Different breed of dragons actually live in this ream so that can't be a good thing." he grumbles thinking about it but he'll have to update his study book and make a section or another book for that kind.

"That was rather shocking to find out of different breeds. I figure all of them were the same but it seems like we all were wrong. Who knows what other kinds are out there roaming this realm? Some could be just like the other one that attacked or....one that's even more powerful.." now Rosie felt worried that Lewis goes to try calming her down.

"So what if their are different kinds. Their all dragons the same so we can stop them either way. As my master said, we need a plan in order to make this work and stop as many as we can. Who knows? Maybe we'll learn more down the road." he said suggesting his thoughts that Rosie and Marcus actually agreed with him. That is possible and could do them good in case something else happens either way, he wouldn't let something else happen because they hope to be on time if something else happens.

"Either way; when we get the chance I wish to collect a book of some data to see about this. With the dragons flying everywhere one or more is bound to be a different type. Then we can be more prepared just in case." Marcus could see that working but he know others will wish to help out to their best ability. Knowing as much as they can about dragons will help them in the long run.

Rosie agrees with Marcus on that one and the same for Lewis, even if he was thinking about it himself about what could happen later down the road. The possible outcome of all this is pretty exciting to learn something new. "So we have a plan then? We'll just have to help you with a new species breed of dragons book. We'll all help you Marcus..." she said.

"Oh joy, more work..."

"Be nice Lewis. Besides, knowing and learning more of these breeds will help us later. I think this will also impress Kathrine as well to help her during the journeys she might go on later on. After she's healed of course..." he nods thinking about that to hearing Rosie giggle and Lewis sigh.

"Oh and you really think I will go along with that knowing the outcome of this? Geez, this is something really annoying.." he grumbles looking down at the floor that he sees Marcus and Rosie blink hearing his voice. That was rather annoying but it's something more of a stressful day.

"Really Lew lew?"she teases to see him look at her.

"Don't say that name out loud!" he hissed but Rosie giggled to hug him and giving him a kiss.

"Hmmm? I don't know if I heard that correctly Rosie. Did you call him Lew lew? Is this something you gave Lewis of a personal nick name?" he sees her give a gentle nod smiling that Lewis blushes feeling nervous about him knowing the nick name. Why did she have to say something like that? Even with his master being here?

"Yes! I called him that as a nick name because he means so much to me. I know it's something he's not used to hearing from someone but at least you got someone that loves you for you silly. *hugs his arm* I'm just so happy I met you Lewis." she keeps nuzzling against his chest that Lewis grumbles petting the top of her head. She was way too precious right now and it left him wondering just how precious he was being right now. She only wishes to feel more love thanks to it.

"How precious. Usually, Lewis isn't the type to do that with someone but I figure it's pretty cute. I know after a long while this will become more happier for someone that it left me getting a guess someone will like you. Happy for you Lewis and for you too miss Rosie." he laughed as Lewis glares at him.

"Oh shut up Master.."

"Be nice Lewis. At least he was honest in telling you he's happy for you. I'm happy being with you either way so you shouldn't be down about it. I love you so much Lewis and I'm happy to be with you." she smiled that Lewis was shocked hearing that but Marcus was as well seeing how tightly she was holding him.

"I...Wow...umm...I..*clears throat* I love you too.."

"See? I told you someone would like you as you are, Lewis. Figure you owe me a few coins for not believing in yourself." Marcus laughed at the sight that Lewis glared at his master looking away. He didn't understand why he was rubbing this in his face. True, he cared for Rosie right now and he wishes to see her being as happy as possible. Nothing else was too bad in this realm knowing he found his love life.

"Will you please stop doing that, Master? It's already hard enough to express my own feelings towards her.."

"That only means you care and love me silly Lew lew.."

"Yeah yeah..."

Marcus looks away showing a smile on his face being happy for them but hopes that both Lewis and Rosie will be happy together during this time. That's when his thoughts go to Katherine that's resting right now. His cheeks flushed a little hoping to see her recover after a while longer. He will be sure to keep his word and watch over her. Just in case. Now, he would wait and keep an eye on the village for her and the people here.

Over the next few weeks, the villagers go and visit Katherine to be sure she's doing alright. Leaving presents, flowers, snacks, and other things to help her pass the time in her stay at the medic house. She didn't mind the whole thing but finds it sweet, making her enjoy the company while she was recovering. Most of the toxin effects were almost gone out of her system and should be able to leave pretty soon. Even Marcus came to visit her sometimes that the healers finds it cute watching them talk and enjoy each other's company.

He felt so happy to see a smile on Kat's face that during her stay in this medic building, he even slips a few presents for her in hopes she gets better. She blinks seeing the gifts he gave her which got her blushing slightly thinking he was spoiling her. He was too nice for his own good and it left her enjoying his time even more. Heck, he even came in one time with a small pot of her favorite flowers (thanks to some help from her father) all healthy and showing off their beauty for her.

"Thank you Marcus for being so sweet and vising me. I wasn't expecting so many to come and see how I am but that means a lot. I know it shows something dear friend but that leaves more curious thoughts about it. You haven't been worried about me too much have you?" she didn't want to worry anyone because of it that this leaves Katherine thinking a little because of it. She wonders if he was very worried or just feeling upset.


"Of course I was worried. I know you can take care of yourself but...I just want to be sure you are going well.....is that wrong?" he asked seeing Kat shaking her head. She found it nice he cared for her and this leaves her reaching to take his hand. He looks down at her hand but looks back at her still seeing how happy she was.

He started sharing stories and tales with her through the days of his visits that Katherine really enjoyed his company like he did with her. They were still talking about everything during that time till later on, she was growing close to being released from the medic building. He was visiting again with apples picked for her as she was eating one in her hands.

"I hope you like them since they were freshly picked.."

"I do but thank you. These are so tasty. I really liked the visits seeing you and everything Marcus." he said smiling happily while looking more that she laughed enjoying the food she was eating. This was rather enjoyable for her that it left her thinking about it later on. The feeling of thought just made her smile.

"But you should be happy. You are getting let go from the medic building tomorrow. You'll get to leave and do what you wish is best for you. I just hope you like that idea Kat." he finishes a piece of the apple while Kat takes another bite chewing on the fruit.

"Of course I am but I'm just happy to know that. Seeing the possible outcome of everything during my resting state. Again Marcus. I do thank you for visiting me like the others in the village. It really made me very happy." she laughed with a smile seeing him nod showing a smile.

"Of course, Katherine. I'm glad to see you happy again. It fits you so well.."

"Thank you.."

He savored this time with Katherine while seeing her smile before a medic healer showed up to say it's visiting overs were done. He looks at them understanding that he sees her smile to them as well. "I'm going to let you rest for today Kat but don't worry. You will have a fun day because you get to go home. See you then alright?" he said giving a nod that Kat agrees with him.

"Alright then, Marcus. I'll see you and the others tomorrow. I hope you guys are going to be alright." she said waving bye to him that Marcus leaves the room that she lays back against the pillows to relax and rest. True, her arm is healed but it still was marked in the dark color of the scorched skin. She didn't mind but maybe this will effect her magic a little bit. Not sure about the other effects, she'll figure them out when leaving.

He heads on home seeing everyone still out in the village that Marcus was more happy thanks to it. He really wanted her to be happy again after some time that he was seeing a few waving hi to him. He gives a friendly wave to them but saw Lewis even staying with Rosie. He really was happy being with her that it leaves him feeling more wanting to be open with her. He really was something else and it just made him feel more happier now. He decided to just relax and hold his excitement about her coming out from the medic building. For now, that helps him feel so much better.

The next day, Marcus along with some villages were standing outside of the medic wad building waiting for Kat to leave. It was early in the morning true but everyone was already up when hearing the news of Katherine feeling better than she was. He heard that her father was already helping his daughter as the others waiting for her. Holding flowers and presents but Marcus had some flowers but his other gift remains back home. It was something special for Kat and he will give it to her at a later time if she wishes to visit him.

Everyone still kept waiting for her but had smiles on their faces hoping she was alright and better.

After hours of waiting, the doors open slowly to show a few others coming out that it shows Katherine with her father. He was helping her walk out of the medic building that he looks up seeing the people. This made them only start cheering to see her and him. Kat looks shocked seeing everyone in the village waiting to welcome her back that she blushes seeing everyone holding flowers and presents. It was sweet but kind as well.

"Seems like everyone has missed you my dear daughter.." Her father said helping her as the younger ones rushes over holding flowers or one showing smiles as she smiled seeing everyone. They were welcoming her back to the open world and gave her careful hugs showing they missed her.

"Calm young ones. I missed you all too. I'm glad to see that you are all alright." she smiled as her hand pets the top of their heads while a nurse helps her hold the flowers while seeing her father helping her. The people were already welcoming her and glad to see that she was better again. Even Rosie and Lewis was happy to see her back, including Marcus.

"Welcome back Katherine, we all missed you but it's so good to see you again. Knowing it's been a long time it's alright for now. I'm just happy to see you healthy and healed again fully." Katherine smiles to Rosie that was holding a small gift for her as a welcome back, even seeing Lewis holding something but not looking at her.

"Oh thank you Rosie and Lewis. You guys didn't have to do anything like this for me just because I am out of the medic building. I guess I'm happy to be free after healing for a while...." It's true she was happy to be out again but she knew a few was seeing her darkened arm where the dragon had burned her. Well, the upper part of her arm was showing the dark part that they were worried still for her. Her father knew she was alright but her arm is scarred thanks to it.

"Either way, everyone is still happy to see you well again Katherine. I know most are very happy but was very worried about you. I'm sure you know that right? I mean, can't blame you for thinking that because of all of this going on. Knowing or guessing what the dragon did to you...or your arm to say the least." he was actually trying to find clues with Rosie about that dragon but nothing so far.

"It's fine either way. I will thank you for doing such a thing knowing of the possible outcome. I just hope you all are still doing alright after so long." A couple of them nods to show they were before her eyes looks to see Marcus walking over holding a flower and looking more happier she's alright.

More gifts were passed to Katherine that she was happy that everyone is alright and doing this. They didn't have to but she was part of this village and well known. She should be shown respect as always like everyone else no matter what. She smiled seeing this go on for a while before everyone leaves for home hours later. It just had her father still helping her as he decided to take her home but Marcus offers to do it.

"Hmm? Are you sure my boy? You don't have to."

"I don't mind sir. Besides, she's done alot for everyone including me. It's the least I can do." he smiled but Kat blinks looking shocked he was offering his help. He sees her father thinking a bit before showing a smile on his face.

"If you wish then alright. Just be careful with her.."

"Of course sir.."

"Are you ready to head home, Kat? I know you had a long day today but it's now time for you to go home and rest. I'll be sure you get there safely and carefully." he said showing a smile that Katherine thought he was being adorable. She didn't show it though but keeps that to herself.

"Well, thank you Marcus. You didn't have to do this but I thank you for your kindness.....it's a little shocking you are doing this for me." she blinks seeing him rub the back of his head but he wanted to do this. To show his gratitude of her kindness towards him.

"Well, of course I don't mind. You done a lot during this time and I figure why not? You really shown me your kindness and I wish to show that back to you. Or....hmmm...think of this as a way how I say thank you for believing and trusting me while being in your village. Thank you and your father for giving me and Lewis a chance and a new home."

This startled her for a second but sees his member throbbing near her face. "O..Oh...well I....*clears throat* You're welcome Marcus. I'm glad that you guys feel right at home now after staying in our village this long. Seems we both helped each other in this.."she said smiling to him that he blinks blushing slightly from her words looking away.

"Heh, yeah. Seems so.."

They didn't say anything after a while till Katherine begins laughing to herself. She had her eyes shut giggling softly before Marcus joined in laughing himself. They were laughing towards how silly they were being but it was nice to let out a good laugh.

They kept on going with their conjined laughter till stopping, seeing each other smiling and having a good time. She sees Marcus laughed to hold a hand out that she takes carefully. He then begins to help her walk slowly to her house so Katherine can rest for today. The walk didn't take too long since her home was close or near by the forest. He made sure to be careful so she can walk before showing up minutes later.

"Were here, Miss Katherine."

"Seems so. Thank you so much Marcus for helping me home. Again, you didn't have to but you did so again thank you for your kindness." he smiled showing a nod while opening her door and helps her inside. He looks around seeing her home was pretty big for someone living by themselves. He didn't question it though while asking where her room was.

She explains it's on the right where the stairs are. He takes her over there slowly before she sees him open the door and heads in. Katherine saw him help her to the bed and gets her to sit. She sat down carefully that Marcus helps lay her down to rest better.

"Do you need me to get you anything Miss Kat before I leave you to rest?" he wanted to be sure she was fine but saw her shake her head no. Katherine should be alright for now but if she needed to, she'll be sure to get what she needs.

"I'm alright now Marcus but I thank you for helping me home."

"You are very welcome, Katherine. I'll leave you alone to rest but if you need anything, be sure to inform me..."

"Alright.." with a bow of his head, Marcus turns to leave the house and go to his own. Katherine was now alone in her home but she hugs a pillow close to rest up. Even if she was tired, she can use her magic to get anything she needed. For now, she wanted to rest up by taking a light nap for today. She shuts her eyes and tries relaxing now.