Arthur's task proved to be exactly what he expected. Nearly impossible. Several times while climbing the cliff face he faced the thought of giving up. For a dream this adventure was definitely challenging. Maybe that is because he wants it to be challenge. The task at hand utterly and completely required his focus. The slightest distraction could result in a dreadful fall.

[quote]"D'you want a little help?"[/quote]

Arthur's grip tightened as he heard a voice behind him. He slowly and shakily glanced over his shoulder to see a flying fox clinging to the rock nearby. He winced as she shuffled closer. Was this going to be the end?

[quote]"You fall from here you'll wreck your head, I imagine. Unless that's the point, in which case you've got a good effort."[/quote]

He did not want to think about falling at all at this point. His already pounding heart threatened to rip itself out of his chest. He closed his eyes and took several deep breaths to calm himself.

[quote]"You could climb on my back, if you wanted. Unless you think you can make it yourself to the top. I'll watch you try, it'd be jolly fun."[/quote]

The suggestion was very tempting. He reopened his eyes and looked up. He could not find a nearby handhold he could make use of. The fact Arthur had made it all the way up here could only be explained as a miracle. He looked at the huge fox again and swallowed dryly before nodding. He shuffled over so he could grab onto the fox's fur and climb onto her back.

"Th-Thanks."