I can't believe I finally get to share this interview with you. Of all the ones I've done so far, Theo was by far the most amazing. I mean really, who wouldn't want to interview a dragon. Of course, he was in human form for the interview, but I did get to see his dragon form and let me just say, Mmmm.
Theo flew, no not by plane, but in his dragon form, to my house for a quick interview. He'd left Cait with Dante, and while he trusted the two, let's just say, given the circumstances, I understood why he wanted to be quick about things.
He changed from his dragon form to human form and made himself at home on y couch. My two cats curled up on his long, denim clad legs (even the one who usually hides from everyone!) Even though it was rather chilly, he took off his leather jacket, revealing a Rolling Stones t-shirt. Of course, having a dragon in my home had me all flustered (as you'll see!)
MW:
Welcome, My Lord Pendragon. I am honored by your visit.
Theo:
Agtos is our Lord Regent. I’m just Theo. You can save pretentious titles for my brother Sir Oliver... But I appreciate the gracious sentiment. Thank you.
MW: You're welcome, and Theo it is. So, you look human but are a dragon. How does
that work?
He ran a hand through his black hair and stretched and arm over the back of my couch, revealing some very impressive guns. Sigh. Someone must have told him I like men with muscled arms.
Theo: Looks can be deceiving. Never
judge a book by its cover… He flashed a set of perfect, white teeth. For a moment I felt like Red Riding Hood with the wolf, but he grinned and I melted. It works because the Goddess created us to blend into human society,
remaining with our wards, at their sides as they walk their paths of
destiny. Yet we must be capable of annihilating any and all threats
necessary, which takes the strength of our natural dragon forms. We
can shift quite fluidly from one to the other, at will, though
certain circumstances can force an undesired shift.
MW:
That is so cool! I wish I could see you change, but I value my house
a bit too much to risk losing it. You've lived a long life. What's
one thing you wish you could go back and do over again- either to
change what you did (and the outcome) or to experience it a second
time?
He laughed, the sound sending shivers down my spine.
Theo: I’d offer to step outside and demonstrate, but it tends to
draw a great deal of attention. His smile faded a bit as his tone turned serious. The Goddess created
us to walk the paths of destiny ordained, not to look into the past
at what we cannot and should not change. Every choice made affects
the future. It is our duty to destroy dark souls who will only harm
the future of others, protect innocents who cannot protect
themselves, and to guard those of great destinies. We guide them in
what ways we can, though we cannot reveal what we know of their
destinies. Any small event changed, even the seemingly least
important decision made, affects the future, cascades along the
timeline in ways you cannot fathom. The only thing I would wish to
experience a second time, exactly the way I did the first, is something
particularly personal for dragons and involves Cait, so I prefer not
to reveal the specifics. It was a uniquely beautiful experience.
MW: I understand and respect your privacy. Like King Corrin, you've never wished to marry, but have been content
to be an observer of all around you. What about Cait made you change
your mind?
At the mention of King Corrin, Theo growled.
Theo: I am not like Corrin. He took a deep breath and closed his eyes. I gave him a moment to collect himself. Dragons and marriage…
That is a complicated subject we do not have time to discuss fully.
Suffice it to say, it is not a matter of whether I wished or did not
wish to marry. As for being an observer... He chuckled, and butterflies danced in my stomach...We dragons
do observe… so we know when and where to take action. I’m not
Dante, though I do deeply respect my friend. The Dracopraesi are
ordained by the Goddess to act on her behalf, not simply observe the
world around us. And Cait… You have already met her. Any male,
dragon or otherwise, would be mad not to consider her worth their
time.
MW: Yes, I can see why the three of you would want Cait. I understand that dragons don't marry for love. In fact, it is rare for them to marry
at all. Knowing that, why should Cait choose you? And what would you
be willing to do to see that she does?
Theo crossed his arms over his chest and nodded, a solemn look in his eyes.
Theo: This is true, a
fact I do not deny. Cait should choose me if she believes I am the
best choice for her. I will not force the matter, yet I will do
everything within my power to love her the way she deserves, not
simply because of honor or duty, but in the way a husband should love
his wife. Either I can achieve this or I cannot. Cait must decide if
the outcome is enough for her, knowing I would always remain
faithful, devout in my vows to her, even if I cannot give the “hearts
and flowers” romance she deserves.
MW: Well, if Cait doesn't choose you, you're welcome to come back here for consolation anytime you want. He chuckled. Now, for some
rapid fire questions, if I may?
Theo:
I’m amenable to such questions.
MW:
Thank you. Coffee or tea?
He laughed.
Theo: Water. Dragons do
not drink coffee or tea.
MW: Wine or beer?
He howled in laughter and my cats jumped.
Theo: Do you honestly want a fire-breathing
dragon ingesting a flammable liquid, Mary?
MW: Hmm. Didn't think about the flammable thing. Okay, so how about chocolate or bacon?
He grinned, his eyes sparkling with humor.
Theo: I suppose bacon, since livestock are the only reasonable
dietary option when no dark souls roam around to be eaten.
MW:
Work or pleasure?
Theo:
Work. Dragons exist with a purpose. I would be errant to choose
otherwise.
MW:
Dining in or eating out?
He covered his face and laughed long and loud, and I flushed as I realized my mistake. When he finally recovered, he looked at me and shook his head.
Theo:
Mary, I just
told you I eat livestock… I do not do that in human form. In fact,
I don’t eat in human form. All dragons shift into our natural state
to eat. I’d have to say eating out… as in outside.
MW: Oh. well, I guess that would make for an interesting date. I laughed. Thank you so much, Theo. I've really enjoyed getting to know you
better. Sometime, if you don't mind, I'd love to see your dragon form.
Theo:
You’re welcome, Mary. If it it’s dark enough, I could shift for
you outside… Your neighbors might not notice. It’s a silent
process… As long as you don’t scream, most people do the first
time they see a dragon shift… If they ever see it. Most never see
it coming until it’s too late.
He winked and I followed him outside and watched him change. Let's just say, I was too amazed to scream.
