Hidden Flame: Bound to the Triplet Dragon Kings

**Draven**

The air in the grand hall of the Balans estate is thick with the scent of polished mahogany and the faint, lingering aroma

of the evening’s dinner. Avery and our friends are gathered near the fireplace, our laughter echoing off the high ceilings

as we share stories and jokes. It looks like the Trio has forgiven and has forgotten our encounter with the Ancient One,

and for that I am thankful. Avery’s radiant smile lights up the room, her presence a beacon of warmth and camaraderie. I,

however, stand apart from the group, my sharp blue eyes scanning the room with calculated intent. I spot Jace standing

by the window, his slender frame bathed in the soft moonlight that spills through the stained glass. Jace’s silvery-blonde

braid glistens, and his violet eyes reflect the hues of the night sky. My lips curl into a faint, predatory smile as I approach,

keeping my movements deliberate and purposeful.

“Jace,” I said, my voice smooth and low, cutting through the background chatter. Jace turns, his expression polite but

guarded, his hands clasped loosely in front of him. “May I have a word?”

Jace’s gaze flickers briefly to Avery and the others before settling back on me. “Of course,” he replies, his tone formal yet

tinged with a hint of curiosity. “Shall we step outside?”

I nod, and we move toward the terrace, our footsteps quiet on the marble floor. The night air is cool, carrying the faint

scent of blooming jasmine. I lean against the stone balustrade, my long black hair cascading over my shoulders like a

curtain of midnight. “I wanted to introduce you to someone,” I say, my eyes glinting with a mixture of mischief and

sincerity. “Rory. She’s… special. And I think she could be special to you as well.”

Jace’s brow furrows slightly, his violet eyes narrowing in confusion. “Rory? I’m not sure I understand.”

Before I can respond, a bold voice interrupts from the shadows. “You don’t need to understand, Jace. You just need to

feel.” Rory steps into the moonlight, her thin frame exuding a confidence that belies her youthful appearance. Her wolfish

features are accentuated by her sharp, playful smile. She wears a form-fitting dress that clings to her curves, her dark hair

cascading in loose waves down her back.

Jace’s eyes widen slightly, his demeanor shifting to one of shy curiosity. “Rory, is it? It’s a pleasure to meet you.”

Rory saunters closer, her movements fluid and deliberate. “The pleasure’s all mine, Jace. Draven’s told me so much about

you.” Her gaze lingers on Jace’s delicate features, her expression softening. “You’re even more beautiful than he

described.”

Jace’s cheeks flush faintly, his hands twisting nervously in his braid. “Thank you. That’s… kind of you.”

I push away from the balustrade, stepping closer to Jace. “Rory’s not just here to meet you, Jace. She’s here to help us

explore something… deeper.” My voice drops to a whisper, my eyes locking with Jace’s. “The mating bond. Between you

and me. And perhaps… between the three of us.”

Jace’s breath hitches, his violet eyes widening in surprise. “The mating bond? But I thought… I mean, I never expected—”

Enjoying the book? Don’t forget to visit 𝗻𝚘𝑣𝘦𝕃5s.com for the full experience. You won’t find the next chapter anywhere

else. Happy reading!

Rory places a gentle hand on Jace’s arm, her touch warm and reassuring. “Don’t overthink it, Jace. Just let it happen. Draven and I both sense it—you’re meant to be part of this. Part of us.”

Jace’s gaze flickers between me and Rory, his expression a mix of uncertainty and longing. I reach out, my fingers

brushing Jace’s cheek, my touch electric. “Trust me, Jace. Let go. Let yourself feel what’s between us.”

Jace closes his eyes, his breath shallow as he surrenders to the moment. My magic hums in the air, a subtle energy that

wraps around us like a warm embrace. Rory steps closer, her presence grounding, her scent mingling with the night air.

“Kiss him,” she whispers, her voice a seductive command. “Show him what you feel.”

I do not hesitate. I lean in, my lips capturing Jace’s in a kiss that is both tender and hungry. Jace gasps softly, his hands

coming up to clutch at my shoulders as he melts into the embrace. My kiss is a promise, a declaration of desire and

devotion. My tongue traces the seam of Jace’s lips, coaxing them apart, their breaths mingling as they deepen the kiss.

Rory watches, her eyes gleaming with approval, as Jace’s resistance crumbles. She steps closer, her hands sliding up

Jace’s sides, her touch light but insistent. Jace shivers at her touch, his body responding instinctively as my kiss grows more fervent. My hands move to Jace’s waist, pulling him closer, our bodies pressing together in a dance of desire.

Enjoying the book? Don’t forget to visit 𝗻𝚘𝑣𝘦𝕃5s.com for the full experience. You won’t find the next chapter anywhere

else. Happy reading!

“Join us,” I murmur against Jace’s lips, my voice thick with need. “Let us show you what this bond can be.”

Rory steps into the circle of our embrace, her hands roaming over Jace’s slender frame, her touch bold yet reverent.

Jace’s eyes flutter open, his gaze meeting hers as she presses a soft kiss to his neck. “You’re safe here,” she whispers, her

breath warm against his skin. “Let us take care of you.”

Jace nods, his body trembling with anticipation. My magic intensifies, a shimmering aura that envelops us, heightening

our senses and deepening our connection. Jace’s dragon heritage stirs within him, his violet eyes glowing with a soft,

iridescent light as his shifter instincts awaken. He feels my desire, Rory’s hunger, and his longing intertwine in a

symphony of emotion.

gaze burning with intensity as I look at

voice barely above a whisper. “Ready

smile is dark and knowing. “To be marked. To be claimed.

shoulders, guiding him to his knees. “Let him,

you together

short gasps

with life. I kneel before Jace, my hands cupping Jace’s face as I lean in,

bind us,

his body trembling with anticipation as my

spreads from the point of contact, radiating through our entire being.

Jace’s skin, but its presence is undeniable. Jace feels a shift within him,

resonates in his

as she smiles softly. “Now it’s your

him what you

mine as he hesitates, his submissive nature

encouraging.

deep breath, his hands trembling as he reaches out to touch my cheek. His

them to my skin. The mark is small, a faint

gave him, but it is no less powerful. I gasp

the

with unshed tears as she watches the tender exchange. “And now,

softly, her gaze

a shadow passes

like moonlight. Meg, Jace’s dragon, lands gracefully on the terrace, her eyes glowing with a soft,

her movements graceful,

my fingers brushing Meg’s scales, my magic intertwining with hers. “Mark

faint glow emanating from the point of contact. I shudder, my

her as she watches, her heart swelling with joy. “You’ve found your fated mate, Draven. And Jace… you’ve found your

eyes meeting Rory’s, his expression a mix

thick with emotion. “For

around him

the three of us stand together, our bonds solidified, the night air seems to

her wings beating powerfully as she

strength and beauty of our union. Inside the estate, the laughter and chatter continue, but we remain

to the intimacy of our shared moment. Rory’s boldness

shoulder. “I’m glad I could be a part of this,” she murmurs, her voice warm

the full experience.

else. Happy reading!

his hands coming up to hold her close. “Me too.

arms wrap around both of them, my magic enveloping us in a protective cocoon. “We’re a family now. And

stand there, our bodies pressed together, the sound of laughter from inside grows louder, mingling with whispers

expression turning dark. “Did

Rory shake their heads, their expressions confused. “Hear what?” Rory asks, her

narrows, my eyes scanning the terrace before focusing on

try to seduce Cassius,

Avery’s with James.”

his hands balling into fists at his sides. “That’s…

smile. “Maybe we should teach them

real seduction looks

to visit 𝗻𝚘𝑣𝘦𝕃5s.com for the full experience. You won’t find the

else. Happy reading!

smile mirrors hers, my eyes glinting with a dangerous light.

unfinished

him closer, my lips brushing his

you just how deep this

at the words, his body responding instinctively as

closely, her hand sliding into Jace’s, her presence a reminder of the

the night air seems to thicken with anticipation, the

are lost in our own world, our

our rooms close behind us, shutting out the rest of the

tangible force that heightens every touch,

responding to my

softness as she watches, her hands roaming over Jace’s body,

Jace’s neck, my hands moving to the buttons of his tailored shirt, undoing

beautiful, Jace,” I murmur, my voice a husky

frame exposed to my

us pleasure you, Jace,” she says, her voice a

what it means to be

surrenders to our

a dance of desire. Rory’s lips

whispers, “Trust us, Jace.

into our touch as my lips trail down

fabric falls away, leaving Jace exposed, his slender frame a

my eyes dark with hunger as I reach out,

he shudders in response. Rory’s hands move to Jace’s

kiss to his neck. “Feel us, Jace,” she whispers,

much we want you.”

my fingers tracing the length of Jace’s arousal,

breath comes in short gasps, his body trembling on the edge of release as my touch grows more

but firm as she holds him steady, her lips brushing

seductive whisper. “Let us

open, his gaze meeting mine as he nods, his body surrendering to our touch. My

mouth capturing Jace’s in a kiss that is both tender and hungry. Jace moans softly, his

as he melts into the embrace, his body

need.

skin of Jace’s inner thighs, her touch a promise of pleasure

her touch, his body arching into her as Draven’s lips trail down his neck, his hands moving

with a purpose that leaves

the three of them, their bodies pressed together in a dance of desire

force that heightens every

responding to their touch with a ferocity that

lips brush Jace’s cheek, her breath warm against his skin as she whispers, “We’re here, Jace. We’re

his body trembling on the edge of release as my touch grows

My lips trail down