"I don't think coming near a drake is a good idea. These creatures and I do not vibe. They also do not like me because of the type of genes I possess. So, it would be better if I stay away."
Kristia made all kinds of excuses not to head into the arena and be maimed to death by a drake. He liked living, and he did not want to risk his life.
No matter how docile the drake was, one should not forget that it was a wild beast that could quickly kill a human if it wanted to.
"Don't be a coward. I promise nothing will happen. But if you do not want to come here, I can offer this chance to someone else. Does someone else want to ride a dragon?"
No one volunteered. This might be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, but no one was willing to risk their lives for this. No one except Mellisa.