The Dragon King's Substitute Bride

Chapter 46

Chapter 46

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A playful smile danced across her lips. "True enough," she conceded. "But can you at least give me. a hint? So long as it's not another Ari..."

I feigned a gasp, placing a hand over my chest. "Morgan! You wound me. Isn't one enough excitement for a lifetime?"

Her laugh filled the room, a sound that warmed me more than any physical fire ever could. "Perhaps not," she admitted, the twinkle in her eyes undeniable. "Alright, keep your secrets. But just know, I expect to be thoroughly impressed."

With a mock bow, I gestured towards the window. Then let us depart, shall we? Are you ready?"

She tied the belt of the shorter, creamy robe around her waist and nodded.

"Good. My surprise awaits."

Before she could question further, I extended my hand towards her. A hesitant smile played on her lips as she placed her hand in mine. The warmth of her touch sent a familiar current of energy coursing through me..

With a silent instruction to my dragon, the world around us began to shift. The familiar scent of our chambers faded, replaced by the crisp coolness of the evening air. Looking down, Morgan gasped.

We were no longer standing on the solid floor, but soaring high above the palace grounds. The wind whipped through her hair, tugging at the light fabric of her robe. Below us, the sprawling palace courtyard became a miniature world bathed in the golden light of the setting

sun.

squeal escaped her lips, and I couldn't help but

the rumble in my voice a combination of amusement and

with awe. "I've never flown

take you flying as often as

joy

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As we soared through the sky, the worries of the day seemed to melt away, replaced by a shared sense of wonder and a burgeoning connection that

dipped and soared through the air, the wind singing a joyful song in our ears. The palace below became a distant memory, replaced

chest that echoed in my voice. "Hold

a graceful descent, I landed softly in a clearing nestled deep within the heart of the forest. Morgan, still catching her breath, took in the scene around her with wide eyes. Unlike the formal gardens of the palace, this one was a riot of untamed beauty. Wildflowers, a

shadow on the joy of seeing her wonder. Then, extending a hand towards her, I spoke softly,

a sanctuary, a place overflowing with memories of the woman I loved and missed dearly. My heart ached for a moment, a silent tribute to the mother I held

white linen cloth was spread on the soft

breathed, her

was nothing, I mumbled, though a hint of pride

hand trailed across the soft fabric of the cloth. "This is perfect," she said, her voice filled

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met, and a depth of emotion flickered between us a shared grief for my mother, a growing appreciation for each other, and the promise of something more. The flight, the breathtaking

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that transcended words.

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