[Holy shit, even with Lailah's power, a dragon is above their paygrade. Maybe. Sorey is not eager to face another one down after being chased down the mountain by Eizen.

Mikleo's fear makes Sorey shudder too, but that pulse of regret gets another comforting press of Sorey's palm to his chest. They're partners. Mikleo doesn't have to be strong all the time; Sorey can pick up the slack.]

We'll figure it out. Our first job will be to assess the danger and make sure Elize and the other passengers aren't in any trouble. [One step at a time, they can handle this together if they just take it one step at a time.]