I'm bored and no one is online.

Asa didn't really react to the first two meals, but she perked up at the berries and fruit. She pulled away from the herbs, going to stand by Ashera again. She rubbed against Ashera's leg, humming.

Ashera relaxed happily at Asa’s reaction. ”Thank you. That's very helpful.” she told her gratefully, taking a plate of lasagna for herself before starting cutting up some fruit and mixing them into a bowl with some fresh berries for Asa. ”Here you go, girl. I guess I'm going to have to buy some meat for you on occasion too, huh? Especially when you get older.” she smiled reheating her dinner.

Asa bobbed her head up and down, looking at Ashera for a moment before snapping up some of the fruit, tilting her head up to help her swallow.

She chuckled lightly, ”You really are smart. I can't often hold a conversation well with many people unless it's about business. But you really seem to listen and understand.”

Asa gave the dragon equivalent of a smile, taking another bite of her food before going over to bump her head against Ashera's leg in an affectionate manner.

Ashera chuckled taking a bite to her own dinner affectionately rubbing her hand against Asa’s head. ”I’m glad I brought you home. It can get a bit lonely sometimes.”

Asa leaned into Ashera's hand, humming. She was glad Ashera had brought her home too; she liked having someone to be with. Even if she could never show Ashera her true nature, Asa felt safe with her; perhaps it was Ashera's kind nature, or how she was treating Asa. Either way, it made her feel secure.

”I almost wish you could talk back. I know not all Dragons can and I think it's illegal or something to sell one that can.” She sighed, continuing to pet Asa. ”Oh! I promised you could fly, didn't I?” Ashera raised her hand and concentrated, using her magic to open the back door. ”If you ever need to hunt anything, please make sure it's not someone’s pet. You seem smart enough to know the difference.”

Asa nodded her head. She knew better than to eat someone's pet. She was still very, very young in dragon terms; perhaps one day she would be able to communicate with Ashera. Until then, though, she would have to rely on body language.

Ashera smiled, ”Good girl. I’m going to clean up in here now, it shouldn't take long but you can fly around for a bit while I do this.” The Fae started to reach for Asa’s dish before stopping. ”Are you done eating?”

Asa nodded, bouncing up and down a little. As soon as she had responded to Ashera, she raced towards the back door, flapping her wings and taking flight. She could be seen through the window occasionally, doing tricks as she zoomed around the property.

Ashera laughed a little at Asa’s enthusiasm as she gathered the dishes. She didn’t waste space with a dishwasher in her house. Everything was mostly used for storage or cooking, besides she enjoyed cleaning up. There was a window overlooking the backyard so she could watch Asa as she worked.

Finally, Asa noticed Ashera cleaning up through the window. She ducked down out of sight, sitting directly under the window. Then, she flew up, putting her paws on the window sill and letting out a loud chirp.

Ashera had leaned closer the window for a moment to see Asa a bit better after she had disappeared. So the blonde ended up starting slightly when Asa surprised her. ”You mischievous Dragon.” she laughed, recovering from the jump scare.

Asa chirped a couple of times; it sounded like laughter. She went back to frolicking around the backyard, exploring.

Setting the dishes aside to dry, Ashera stepped just outside the door and leaned against the house, watching Asa. I’ll let her stay out as long as she wants. Who knows how long that sweet girl was in a cage.
The backyard had another garden, just as well kept as the front. But while that one was really more for display, this one was mostly herbs and some vegetables and a large ”tree screen”, as she called it, instead of a metal or dead wood fence. There was also a small tool shed that was currently locked.

Asa sniffed through the herbs, careful not to pull anything out of the ground with her tiny claws. She would sneeze softly whenever she sniffed certain herbs; she would avoid that kind after that. She then made her way over to the trees, rubbing against them. She flew up to the tops as well, occasionally scaring birds. She spotted a squirrel, then, and landed on the branch next to it. The squirrel gave a sharp cry, skittering down the tree. Asa chased it around the yard.

Ashera laughed watching the small Dragon chasing a squirrel around her yard. This is better than watching tv. … Though I hope she doesn't actually catch it… The fun is in the chase after all, not the capture… Right?

Asa finally pounced at the squirrel, trapping its tail with her paw. It let out a terrified shriek, trying to get away. Asa, being Asa, sniffed it over completely, occasionally licking its fur. Satisfied with her work, she took her paw off of the squirrel's tail, and it scampered away. Asa thumped her tail a couple of times, twirling in a circle in celebration of a successful "hunt."

It was so cute watching Asa practically give that squirrel a bath before she let it go. Ashera sat down, still leaning against the house as Asa danced around. For no reason, in particular, she started humming a song by Lindsey Stirling.

After a few more laps around the yard, Asa finally went over to Ashera, near collapsing from exhaustion. She had done a lot of exercising, and she didn't have much stamina. She set her head on Ashera's lap, letting out a huff as she tried to keep her eyes open.

Ashera chuckled at the sleepy Dragon, stroking the back of Asa’s head. ”It looks like someone’s ready for bed. That squirrel wore you out, didn't it?” she teased, wondering if she would be able to carry Asa to the bedroom.

Asa let out a small chirp, sleepily pushing against the hand stroking her head. She snuggled closer to Ashera, pressing herself into Ashera's lap. She was surprisingly light; her bones were hollow, and she was no bigger than a large dog.

”Alright my mighty hunter. Let's get some sleep.” Ashera wrapped her arms around Asa picking her up and walked into the house using her magic to close and lock the door behind them.
The bedroom was upstairs and was painted to resemble a forest, with flickering fairy lights to simulate fireflies and if you looked carefully you could see a variety of wildlife hiding amongst the trees.

Asa, when she was picked up, buried herself in Ashera's arms, letting out a small puff of smoke. When they reached the room, Asa looked around sleepily; it reminded her of her home with her mother, and she let out a small chirp.

Ashera giggled softly, placing Asa on the foot of the queen-sized bed. She turned to grab a clean white nightgown, though not before kissing Asa goodnight on the top of her head. Once dressed she turned out the light, letting the moon and stars shine through the vine patterned curtains, and tucked herself in.

Asa curled up into a ball, humming slightly when Ashera kissed her goodnight. She tucked her head under her wing, sighing. When Ashera came into the bed, Asa pulled herself against Ashera, snuggling in for warmth.

”Goodnight, Asa. Pleasant dreams.” Ashera smiled, closing her eyes ready for sleep herself.

(Time skip to morning?)

(Sure!)
Asa's eyes blinked open slowly. She took a moment to take in her surroundings; remembering the previous day slowly. She wasn't at the pet store anymore. She was home, with Ashera. When she remembered this, she gave a small chirp.

Ashera was normally a light sleeper, waking up when the morning light hit her eyes. ”Good Morning Asa.” she yawned, stretching her arms over her head. ”Did you sleep well?”