Hidden Flame: Bound to the Triplet Dragon Kings

*Draven**

I was desperate to have a private conversation with Avery, away from prying ears. As I walked with Rory, I couldn’t shake

the feeling that something was amiss. I had noticed a change in Avery and The Trio ever since the Ravens intervened to

put an end to the Hags. But now, I couldn’t help but wonder how much of that outcome was orchestrated by the Ravens

themselves. Avery’s newfound magic was growing stronger by the day, and I feared that even I might not be able to help

her control it.

Finally, when we were a safe distance from the palace, I turned to Avery. I knew I had to broach the subject delicately.

“You and The Trio are now fully bonded,” I began. “Conner’s confession was the final piece of the puzzle.”

Avery’s face lit up with a soft smile. “I used to dream about them,” she admitted. “I never imagined they could love me

before my transformation.”

I squeezed her hand reassuringly. “They all did, including their dragons. They were just confused before, but now they

understand. You were destined to be together.”

“But why do I still feel incomplete?” Avery asked, her voice filled with longing.

“Because there is another out there for you,” I replied, my tone filled with drama. “You have seen him in your dreams, felt

his presence. The only thing left is to feel his touch, to know that he is truly yours.”

Avery gasped, and I couldn’t help but chuckle at her reaction. Our friendship has grown so close, she’s like a little sister to me now. “Avery, you are not just Nagas Queen; you are the Queen of Queens, and perhaps even more. I wish my visions

as we both know, they only offer glimpses, leaving us to piece

my best. This is

completely, just as you did when you freed me from Blackbriar. Speaking

you. How much did the

they merely served as a conduit for the power I required, acting as

bewildering

recall your warning that the dragon I had taken was not meant

you meant has dawned upon me now,

is

I fear she is not the only one. Talos beckons me, and I must heed the call,” I declared,

resolve unwavering.

to you because I hold her dear.

a secret that concerns us all. It may be the key to the mysterious man with the piercing blue

a striking resemblance

lie before us. Now, do you wish to discover if you are with egg?”

prepared to know. “What if I were to teach you a spell, and you

the time is right?” I

expressing her desire for such knowledge. “I cherish you and am grateful

friendship,” she whispered.

her in a warm embrace, feeling overwhelmed with gratitude. “Avery, it

provided me with a sense of belonging. For that, I will forever be in

long as we uphold honesty

despite her

of King James Balans of Talos. Tim unknowingly provided me with

because I understand the unwavering loyalty a Beta has for their Alpha. While

to put

arrogance could lead to our downfall, which is why we must journey to

explain.

agreement, her voice filled with determination. “I am willing to face the truth, even if it scares me to