I'm not sure how to feel right now. At first, I was mortified because it wasn’t a dream at all. It was not my imagination playing me because my wishes and needs were overwhelming. No, the last person I had expected to help me in any way. The monster of all monsters. The dragon king himself. Still confused by it all, I looked around the room; it was still the same room. But where were the shadows that stretched for me, clawed at my skin? The heavy and cold feeling that pressed around me? Now, it all looked so typical, just a room. Nothing more, nothing less. Dread and embarrassment had washed over me in merciless waves when I realized he carried me over to the bed, which I didn’t even notice. Is it finally happening? Is my sanity slipping, and will I eventually go insane? Like mother, like daughter, right? I’ve heard this my whole life, and I brushed it off as cruelty and people’s ability to see what they wanted to see. Judgmental people didn’t bother me anymore, but now doubt had c
I just had time to feel the edge of the panic that rose before it all vanished in thin air. Compliant and with a smile, I found myself falling back into the warm and welcoming darkness that embraced me. Deep down and tucked away, I knew I should be worried. I knew I did not appreciate this magic chest growling of his. But then again, it felt so lovely and cozy. I don’t think I’ve ever had such a feeling of freedom. Nothing could bother me, hurt me, or even get to me here. It was like I knew it; my body and soul knew it. So I fell deeper into the soft comfort, embraced the darkness back, and leaned in. Something stirred down here with me, another presence awakening and slowly searching for me. My skin still erupted with goosebumps over my arms and down my back, and the continuous rumbling sound that followed me—vibrated through my chest, making my heart flutter with anticipation, waiting for something. Then I heard her soft voice fill my head. She was calling for me, pulling at everyt
I hated to admit it, but food helped. It didn’t mean it felt okay in any way! I felt like a burrito-wrapped mental patient being force-fed, especially at first, and shaking my head from side to side, avoiding the spoon flying towards me like he was trying to feed me like a stubborn toddler. The only thing missing was him making motor sounds. The food soiled my face, chin, and cheek. But he didn’t give up, and just as I was about to ask him to stop this nonsense, he used the opportunity to show that spoon inside of my mouth. After the first two spoons, I gave up, and frankly, I was starving, and the food was delicious. This stew was filled with meat, as most things I’ve eaten, but this had spices, onion, and salt! Oh god, how much I’ve missed salt! And to top it off, Drifta didn’t really help. She purred inside my head with each bite. So, I stopped struggling and accepted the strange feeding scenario. I mean, how many can say they were hand-fed by the Dragon King? Drifta laughed, and
“Why are you so weird? I said I’m fine, and I’m in the bathroom. Have you ever heard about knocking? You can’t just barge in like that. What if I was about to get in the shower or already there?! That would have been wildly inappropriate!” I scolded him while looking at the wall behind him. I’ve never cared much about being seen without clothes like that, but right now, I felt it at least gave me a fair point! He didn’t know me anyway. Grabbing his hand, I literally pulled it off my face; it didn’t work as I planned. My back pressed against the sink, so close I could feel the heat of his body through my clothes. Towering over me, I could feel his intense gaze on me and his grip on my shoulder. “I said stop that!” I intended to brush his hand away as he lifted my hair away from my neck and placed it behind my shoulder. Only to realize I still held his other hand in mine, rather flustered; my hand almost threw his hand while I started looking from side to side. Have no idea what I wa
So this lunch could be more weird! I’m so embarrassed I have no idea where to look; I can’t believe Drifta's nerves! So, obviously, I'm flirting with a massive flying lizard! Thinking back makes me hunch forward over my food. And this room, table, and all, it doesn’t make it much better! Yes, I do have the space I wanted. I mean, it must be at least three meters across the table from where he is sitting. But it also makes me the center of attention whenever he looks up. There is no decoration on the table, no other furniture besides this massive wooden table, and there is nobody but the Dragon and me here. He cleared his throat, and I pretended I didn't hear it. But the second time, it was loud enough to hear down the hall outside this room. Squeezing my eyes shut and taking a deep breath, I chanted in my mind to calm the fuck down. Looking up, I’m surprised to see he looks a bit uncomfortable himself. That smug smile, direct stare, and cocky attitude that seemed to be a part of his
Surprised by his brazen question, I looked him up and down for a second. I was just trying to figure out if he was joking or not, but the expression on his face was one filled with pure curiosity. “Why would I? “ "I mean, why would you not? I'm rich, have good genes, a castle, a title, and even servants. Also, not to brag, but if you managed to sink your claws in me, people will forever look up to you and love you as much as fear and hate you out of jealousy!" "I get it, you’re a spoiled daddy's boy with a title, but none of these things say anything about you. From what you are saying, I’ll get the same privileges by dating the prince of porcupines or the seaweed princess; in other words, You are nothing special, not even your title." I added the last part with a snarky attitude. The moment I feel like I'm about to figure this guy out, at least a piece of him, he does or says something like this. I know, technically, he is right, But all that will give you is an attention-seeking
Maya´s POV We had docked between two piers, one along a steep mountainside and the other a little further out. They looked old but were built of massive logs and didn’t budge once, even when the ships anchored between them. The bridges were constructed on logs or pillars sticking at least two or three meters above sea level. After walking along the wooden construction that seemed to go on forever, we finally reached a sand-covered beach. Confused, I searched for this village Arcane and Tew had told me about but saw nothing. There were no buildings, nothing, but I heard voices. Apparently, they had decided that creating a village right by the water was a bad idea, and while we walked over the beach and to the forest edge, I understood why. The water looked peaceful now, and the beach covered several meters up from the water covered with fine sand, small rocks, and colorful seashells. But when I passed the tree lines, the discoloration on the tree trunks was clear evidence of just how
I looked at the bed; sure, it was not narrow and simple, but it was not a king-size bed either. I didn’t think it through, but after scanning the bed, I did the same to him. I stared at him from top to toe; he was not a little man! He must be at least two meters tall, if not more, and I think just one of his muscled thighs alone is the size of my waist. Confused, I looked up when he laughed. He threw his arm around my shoulders and led me out of the cabin. “Don’t worry, little human, I’ll make sure you won’t fall off the bed during the night!” Squeezing me and only chuckling when I slapped his chest. I forgot all about this shortly after because we didn’t go right to swim. Instead, we walked around the village. He introduced me to the families, especially the women. I don’t know when, but I’m sure he said something to them before we showed up. However, I didn’t even know how he knew; he never came close to my bag. Every time we appeared, we were greeted with excitement and open ar