Weeks passed, and what was once a lonely journey with the occasional companion is now filled with constant chittering. Whether at times it's under your breath or to your faithful companion; it's a lot less quiet these days - and for the better! You glance over towards the creature that was once labeled as your mortal enemy, but for some odd reason, you just couldn't fathom it being one. Perhaps this is an anomaly or perhaps the dragonkind just had it wrong all along?

Whatever the reason, you have no regrets. A small smile creeps across your lips as you reach over to pet your familiar. It trills in return, leaning into your touch as it flutters its mechanical wings.

You encountered a wandering artificer a few days back, who also seemingly found the ichneumon nonthreatening and rather curious. The two of you banter back and forth, and a thought came to mind as you voiced your worries about other dragons potentially wanting to take its life. And thus a set of wings for your fuzzy friend came to being. It...perhaps isn't the best idea you've had, but for now, it works! You've received curious and confused glances, but none so much as a blood curdling scream and pointed claws. No pitchforks and torches - yet. And of course, it beats having to keep your newfound friend in a kennel or sack as you travel. 

The ichneumon, which you haven't quite yet settle on a name, zips all around you, sniffing the flowers, chasing smaller creatures, and catching prey. 

Though your journey is far from its end, you've already come quite a long way. The individuals met, the experiences gained, and the battles fought were all well-earned. You continue setting forth - as an adventurer, an explorer, a forever learner - into the unknown as your story continues to unravel one step at a time.