The Dragon's Coveted Wife

The Dragon's Coveted Wife

last updateLast Updated : 2023-09-09
By:  Lauren Rutherford  Completed
Language: English
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After beautiful village girl Saffron heals a wounded dragon, she will be thrown into a world of gleaming palaces and dangerous secrets. While battles rage around her, Saffron will face a harrowing choice: return to her simple life or allow herself to be engulfed by the burning passion of the dangerous and intoxicating Dragon Prince. The Dragon's Coveted Wife is created by Lauren Rutherford, an EGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

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Chapter 1: Healing the Wounded

Its scales glittered in the afternoon sun, sending sparks of light shimmering down from the clouds. It swooped around, its talons brushing the treetops as it searched for its quarry. The dragon's large head swept side to side. There! The hooded figure was dashing through the trees below, its black cape billowing out behind it as it ran through the thick forest. With a roar, the dragon dove, its claws outstretched toward the figure. Branches slapped against its thick hide as it broke through the canopy, but the dragon barely noticed. It would soon have its prey. The cloaked figure suddenly disappeared, seemingly into thin air. The dragon slowed its descent and came to a rest on a large branch, the bough sagging beneath its weight. It lifted its head and sniffed the air deeply, a few tendrils of smoke trickling from its nostrils. The scent had disappeared with its own. The large beast let out a frustrated growl. It had been hunting this…thing for over a week now and this was the clos

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DebFo
Good story but you rushed the ending, it needs an epilogue! What happens to Kingsley? What about the magic folks will they have to keep hiding? Will Saffron get to live as long as Elric lives? Will they have children? Come on you can’t just end it like that. Bang ! It’s done!!
2023-12-17 13:30:00
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Agnes
Good read. Great story without innecessary dragging. Short and Well written. Thank You.
2023-12-13 04:04:52
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50 Chapters

Chapter 1: Healing the Wounded

Its scales glittered in the afternoon sun, sending sparks of light shimmering down from the clouds. It swooped around, its talons brushing the treetops as it searched for its quarry. The dragon's large head swept side to side. There! The hooded figure was dashing through the trees below, its black cape billowing out behind it as it ran through the thick forest. With a roar, the dragon dove, its claws outstretched toward the figure. Branches slapped against its thick hide as it broke through the canopy, but the dragon barely noticed. It would soon have its prey. The cloaked figure suddenly disappeared, seemingly into thin air. The dragon slowed its descent and came to a rest on a large branch, the bough sagging beneath its weight. It lifted its head and sniffed the air deeply, a few tendrils of smoke trickling from its nostrils. The scent had disappeared with its own. The large beast let out a frustrated growl. It had been hunting this…thing for over a week now and this was the clos
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Chapter 2: Mending Wounds and Mincing Words

The man had thick dark hair that tumbled past his shoulders. Saffron couldn't see the color of his eyes since they were still shut while he slept. Saffron looked him over, pleased to see that he was resting peacefully. The body did its best work during slumber. To keep him from catching a cold, she started a small fire on the other side of the cavern. It gave the dank space a cozy golden glow. The cave seemed much larger now that the strange man had appeared where the dragon once was. The chilly evening air still reached into the temporary lair, it's long fingers reaching for the man's exposed body. Saffron only had her shawl on her since she had not anticipated on spending the evening out of doors. She crept towards the edge of the cave and looked out. The sun had fallen below the tree line and she could smell the hint of snow in the air. Winter was coming and it was coming fast this year. A gust of wind rushed towards her and through her thin woolen dress. She shivered and glance
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Chapter 3: A Knight in Shining Scales

"I noticed that I was suddenly able to do things that the other children couldn't do. I could run faster, jump higher, that kind of thing. The first time I shifted, I thought I was dying," he said with a laugh. "That would be very frightening," Saffron agreed, desperately wishing to sketch this in her journal. She kept the thick book with her. She used it to document and press herbs and flowers and their medicinal properties. She also had a section for creatures she encountered. She was heavily interested in natural history, despite it being forbidden for women to learn. She learned in secret instead, borrowing books from her father's library late at night. "Do you know how you came about these abilities?" she asked, her earlier trepidation gone in light of her fascination. His face looked pained. "That part of the story I do not wish to tell," he said, almost apologetically. She understood even though she was brimming with questions. "What about you? How did you come to be a…M
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Chapter 4: A Daring Rescue and An Intriguing Offer

"Your future wife you say? I find that hard to believe since I am the one that she is eager to marry," Abbington replied with a smile that did not reach his eyes. Elric strode forward a few steps. Errol and William moved to flank the Baron. Elric's lips twisted in a mocking smirk. "Then why is my ring upon her finger? I see no such bauble of yours," he sniggered, his green eyes flashing with anger. His hand strayed towards the hilt of the large sword that was belted at his hip. He did not grab it…yet, but his fingers brushed the pommel. Abbington took an aggressive step forward. "This is my town where I am the law. What I say, is as good as if it was directly from the almighty Anros's lips above. And I declare, that this woman is my property and I will do with her as I please. A simple token of affection from her whoring with you is not enough to yield a claim. I believe a night or two in my barn here will help you see that I am in charge," he sneered. Errol and William made to gra
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Chapter 5: A New Life, A New Wife

The carriage bumped and rattled along the road that was carved with deep ruts from the recent autumnal rains. Saffron was thrown into Elric, nearly landing on his lap. With a laugh, he helped steady her, but he left his arm around her shoulders for a moment longer than what was necessary. She was vividly aware of the close proximity of his body to hers. Inside the coach was warm and dry but Saffron felt a different heat flood her body as she reluctantly moved away from the handsome stranger. His hair was different today than when she first saw him. He had braided the top half while the rest hung loose. Most men in her village wore their hair short but she was finding that she found his longer locks rather attractive. "So, I suppose the proper thing for me to do is tell you where we are headed," Elric said, smiling at her. She returned the smile. "I would assume Runswick," she replied, absentmindedly rubbing her wrist which was still a bit red from the ropes. She looked back down
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Chapter 6: There's a First Time for Everything

Saffron's blue eyes grew wider as she was swept into the palace. The polished marble floors shone brightly under the myriad of candles glowing in the large chandeliers overhead. People rushed everywhere, servants in their neat robes, soldiers in their pressed uniforms, and nobles in their finest dress. Panic began to grow beneath her ribs as everyone turned to peer at her as she walked alongside Elric, terribly aware of her torn dress beneath the cape. "I just need to speak with Verita about making sure your rooms are ready. You weren't exactly expected so I want to make sure that the room isn't buried underneath a century of dust," Elric murmured into her ear. Saffron clutched at his arm, her fingers digging into his sleeve. She suddenly felt very alone amongst all of the people swirling around them. Elric led her down the large hallway. Saffron gazed up at the soaring cathedral styled ceilings. She had only ever seen the castle from a distance and now she was in its depths. It wa
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Chapter 7: Just One More Minute

Saffron's breathing had turned ragged as Elric pressed her hard against the bedpost. It dug painfully into her back, but she barely noticed. All she could feel was his lips and hands on her body. She had never been kissed quite like this before. She was right, she noted as he bit into her neck, he was rather experienced. Distantly, she knew this should bother her. That she wasn't his first but probably one of many but the way he was making her feel rendered the thought moot. She noticed his breathing had increased as well as his temperature; he was nearly hot to the touch. She ran her fingers down the back of his neck and felt…scales. Her hand froze. He pulled his head back to look at her. His eyes were the same…but not. They were more vivid green. Less human than a few moments before. He saw the startled look on her face and pulled back slightly. He adjusted the collar on his shirt and made to pull it closed. Her hand stopped him. "It just took me by surprise, that is all. It do
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Chapter 8: Thrown Into the Midst

"Well, you came out of there relatively unscathed," Elric said to her as they walked down yet another unfamiliar hall. "I suppose so," she replied, her mind drifting back to the unsettlingly way the King had been staring at her. "Where are we off to now?" she asked, looking around. They were deep in the castle now, farther in than she had been before. "We are headed to the dining hall. Usually, I prefer to eat my meals in my rooms or outside, but since you have arrived, I have been instructed to eat with the family," he replied with a scowl. "Will the King be there?" she asked, dreading the response. Elric shook his head. "No, he and the Queen eat in their private dining chamber unless it is an occasion," he replied. Saffron felt relief surge through her. "Unfortunately, you'll have to meet my brothers and their insipid wives. Imagine you are standing amongst a pit of vipers. They are dangerous and cruel, but so dimwitted that they only bite each other," he said darkly. "So
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Chapter 9: A Prince with No Standing

"My apologies, I did not think that would take as long as it had. My Captain wanted to give me a full brief of what is occurring along the border," Elric said as they left the dining hall. Although he smiled at her, she could see the concern in his furrowed brow. "Are we at war?" she asked, realizing how far removed from the happenings of the capital she was in Gilramore, despite being only a day's journey away. "Not yet, but I believe we will be soon. No matter what my father says, there is unrest in our towns. There have been rumors of Udril soldiers raiding our villages," he said, his mouth pressed into a grim line. Saffron had heard of the fearsome soldiers of their neighboring country to the north. They were said to be a brutal country, carving out a life in the harsh frozen wasteland. Stories were told about these raiders to scare children into being home by dark. Saffron felt the familiar pang of fear listening to the real account. "That's awful. Will you have to fight?" s
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Chapter 10: The Sisters' Twisted Plot

Saffron had been in the palace for nearly two weeks when Verita came to get her to be measured for her wedding gown. She was sitting beneath a tree in the frigid garden, scribbling in her journal. While she knew most of the flowers that were grown here there were a few that she was unfamiliar with. Elric had informed her that he would be gone all day to oversee the training of some of the newer soldiers, so she had the day to herself. The past two weeks had blurred past her. Elric had sent a messenger back to Gilramore to collect her things and she was eagerly awaiting them. She thought that is why the unpleasant lady of the house was coming to get her now. "You're needed in your rooms," Verita said, giving no explanation. "One moment," Saffron said as she finished pressing the flower into the journal. Verita looked down her beaked nose at the girl's flower and ink-stained fingertips. "Wash up first. We don't want your filth getting onto the fabrics," she said with a sniff and
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