Hidden Flame: Bound to the Triplet Dragon Kings

**Avery**

After my conversation with Draven, he imparted upon me a powerful spell. A part of me was eager to put it to the test,

while another part hesitated in fear. What if I am with egg? The consequences could be dire if King James is indeed my

destined mate. He may attempt to harm the unborn child or, worse yet, eliminate The Trio.

Draven has promised to instruct me in a concealment spell before our journey to Nightshade. I will rely on this spell once more when we venture to Talos. The stakes are high, and the fate of our mission hangs in the balance.

I lingered behind, allowing myself a moment of solitude to let the enchantment flowing within me settle. Draven had

emphasized the importance of staying rooted while casting spells, drawing from his own experience as a victim of his

town’s curse.

As I stood near the boundary, a peculiar scent wafted towards me. It bore a resemblance to Rory’s scent, yet it carried an

earthy and tainted undertone. Could this signify the presence of a werewolf encroaching upon our territory? I must

inform The Trio immediately.

“Where are Rory and Trisha?” I inquired as I entered the living room. The guys were all gathered together, undoubtedly

conspiring against me. However, I knew Draven wouldn’t divulge everything we had discussed.

“We sent them shopping,” Clint replied. “They should be back soon. Why do you ask?”

contemplated reopening our mindlink, but ultimately decided to keep

with bewilderment. “I caught a strange scent near

expression filled with concern. “It wasn’t there when I was with you. Did you go

into the woods?”

peace to center myself after our spar,” I reply, trying

taught me a detection spell so I could discover if I was with egg or

is exactly why I insisted

times.”

raises his hand, silencing Cassius’s anger.

and more sinister,” I confess, my voice trembling. “It was

must go to the basement,” Draven

can sneak you there after school,” Clint

looks at me and says, “Avery, this could be a crucial link to uncovering who the rats are, or even a

strengthen

evil

can use this newfound ability of yours

is all the more reason to

living room, throwing down her bags in her

to her and envelop her in a tight embrace. I sense her heart racing,

declare, “Rory, we will not

and our flames

in agreement, acknowledging Avery’s unparalleled ability to conceal

There may be traitors

uncover their identities.”

seat and