Hidden Flame: Bound to the Triplet Dragon Kings

**Avery**

We stand side by side, our minds racing with the knowledge that Queen Victoria is plotting something sinister. My eyes

narrow in concentration, I turn to James with a determined expression. “I’m summoning a friend,” I declare, my voice

steady despite the gravity of the situation.

James, his muscular frame clad in finely crafted leather armor, raises an eyebrow, his bright green eyes flashing with a mix

of curiosity and skepticism. “A friend, huh? And what kind of friend can help us against the likes of Victoria?” he asks, his

tone laced with sarcasm. I ignore his doubt, my focus unwavering as I begin to chant softly, my hands moving in intricate

patterns through the air.

Moments later, a raven lands gracefully on the windowsill outside, its dark feathers glistening in the dim light. James

scoffs, his arms crossing over his broad chest. “I don’t see how a bird is going to help us,” he mutters, his frustration

evident. Unperturbed, I open the window with a swift motion, allowing the raven to enter. It perches between them, its

dark eyes gleaming with an intelligence that seems almost human.

In a flicker of movement, the raven transforms into a man, his tall, athletic frame clad in black leather. His long black hair

falls in straight strands, and his void-like eyes seem to pierce through the very souls of those he gazes upon. A smirk

plays on his lips as he regards James. “Daft King, I am no mere bird,” Donn declares, his voice smooth and laced with

amusement. Turning to me, he adds, “Darling, you’ve certainly gotten yourself into a pickle this time.”

eyes widening in shock as he takes in the man before him. “A Raven? Avery, you know a Raven?”

hint of pride in my voice. “I don’t just

Donn here? He’s

in the room eases slightly, Donn’s smirk deepens. “Flattery will get you

sparkling with mischief. “But enough of this banter. We have a queen to dethrone and a kingdom to save. Shall

my expression turning serious as I gesture for Donn to join us at the small

racing with questions. Donn, ever the enigmatic figure, settles gracefully into the chair opposite us, his long legs crossing

voice low and steady. “We need to know her next move, and more

as he steeples his fingers. “The

as shadowy as the night sky. She’s been forging alliances with lesser houses,

her true strength lies in her ability to

his green eyes flashing with determination. “We can’t let her consolidate her power any further. We

heart of her operation, disrupt her plans before they

line as I consider our options. “We’ll need to gather more information. Donn, can

out what

void-like eyes glinting with a dangerous light.

her shadow, her confidant, her most trusted advisor. By the time

hint of admiration creeping into his voice.

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Donn’s laughter is low and velvety, sending a shiver down James’s spine. “Confidence is

intend to repay her in full. Plus, I like her. You? I

about.”

warmer, the tension

the possibilities, my strategic mind already plotting our next moves. James,

to the Ravens, feels a surge of determination. With Donn’s help,

stand a chance against

night wears on and our plans take shape, a shadow of uncertainty lingers. Victoria is a