Mouse-Headed Dragon Part 1

The magic of ice seemed to cause several glasses of water to freeze instantly. The ice was shattered by a woman, none other than Nio's mother, and mixed with the fruit juice they had on hand.

"Unique, and fresh," said Lucius. The man and woman who were Nio's parents, smiled widely.

"So, when are you getting married?" Nio's father asked again, causing Nio to puff up her cheeks in annoyance.

"Dad, don't ask me that again," she huffed, quickly grasping Lucius' hand to leave the room after finishing their drinks made by Nio's mother.

"Where are we going?" asked a surprised Lucius. The girl just smiled mysteriously. However, not long after that, Nio finally disclosed their destination.

"Do you see that hill over there? That's my favorite place. I'm going to show you something interesting from there," the girl announced cheerfully. Lucius, whose hand was being eagerly tugged, felt like a boy being dragged into play by a friend.

"From what I've seen, there doesn't seem to be anyone th