"Well, obviously we'd have to find them first," Oliver said. "And even then, there has to be someone with enough power who doesn't agree with what they're doing."
"Yeah, that's true," Oliver said, nodding. "And with something feral, they won't trick you into thinking they're friendly then attack you from behind."
"Well we can try speaking to one of these elders if we can," Oliver pointed out. "Or even this Great Wyrm themselves, if they can be persuaded that what's going on here is wrong."
"Yeah, but hopefully they won't see us as a threat since we just want to get home," Oliver pointed out. "We're not trying to turn it off or anything. Maybe they'll just let us pass if they see we don't mean harm."
"That's more likely," Oliver agreed. "We'd need to appeal to their self-serving natures." He smiled up at Jenna. "And if it works and they make changes to suit their wallet or ego, a win is a win, right?"
"Well, who says that couldn't happen?" Oliver pointed out. "Someone with influence is bound to have a change of heart if they realise just what's happening. Or at least they can be convinced to start changing things."
Oliver's face lit up a little at Jenna's idea. "Oh yeah, good idea. We'll be able to get to that portal thing a lot faster. Plus there'll be beds and sofas and stuff."
He swallowed. "I just hope nothing dangerous is hiding out over there."
"Well, we can make that happen," Oliver assured her, gently putting a hand on Jenna's snout. "We might need help, but we can make it so dragons can be free. You'll be able to fly wherever you want and do whatever you want."
"The mold doesn't smell right to me," Oliver agreed. He looked around at all the office buildings. "Maybe we can use a couch in a break room or something? Or... I think I can see a neighbourhood a little bit ahead."
"But now you're free to have what you want," Oliver pointed out. "You broke out of their...well, brainwashing." He shrugged, unable to think of a better word. "Speaking of which, what do you want, anyway?"
Oliver nodded and looked around, in hopes of finding somewhere to take shelter. "Maybe there's an apartment around here or a store or something? Though, anywhere with a door we can lock will work, I think."
"Well yeah, pathogens and parasites are dangerous to humans," Oliver pointed out, smiling back. He noticed how sad she looked and tried to help her feel better. "I don't know much about dragons either, apart from what I've learned from you anyway."
Oliver looked at Jenna and nodded, starting to smile again. "Yeah, you're right. I guess it's not totally impossible yet."
He smiled at her. "Thanks. You're right - we'll find a way out together."