CHAPTER THREE: Dragon

Kade set a meeting with the dragon Lord Donald, who taught him how to use and control dragon flames when he was about sixteen. His own son was overseas overlooking property and obtaining artifacts that were stolen during their hibernation.

The amount of respect he holds for his morals, values and his compassion allowed him to look up to him respecting him as a father. Before entering he failed to acknowledge two humongous dragons that released an air of smoke. He felt himself stumble back dark gaze falling on claws large enough to rip him apart and took another step back his chin high.

‘’State the reason for your presence.’’

The joker in him wanted to disclose the birds and the bees talk but dragons weren’t particularly known for vibrant personalities and sense of humor so he opts to ride with the truth.

‘’I come to Lord Donald. Leader of the Dragon Clan Sanctuary and have come to deliver a message from the Chicago Security Elementals Commander.’’

Well, that was not exactly the truth but he wanted to return home with his head intact. Amazed as the mountain of confidence he exuded, which in turn allowed him improve his posture. The large tails behind them makes him gulp down an error of nervousness as he solemnly wishes dragons despise the taste of humans. They moved aside opposite direction granting him presence to the raw yet modern beauty of sanctuary.

Making his way around the territory eventually he faced a large gates with dragons swirling opposite yet creating a spectacular vision of them being one.

Legends say there was xenophobia amongst dragon kind but soon for their survival they learnt to coexist than simply be extinct. After realizing there is no difference in power, together they became formidable creatures although still loners, none wished to fight fire and ice.

Entering massive unsure grounds, he made his way to the most unreal castle. He jumped back startled when the doors immediately opened. Entering what felt like a dream, his gaze was immediately and completely entranced by the most captivating paintings of dragons although only one drew his eye.

A bluish grey formidable reptile perfectly captured, crutching as if hunting or something. Its eyes narrowed slits as its sheer gaze weakened his resolve. Somehow felt like the masterpiece studied his every move, every breath he takes and studied his every move. Taking in the beauty that was not there seven give or take years ago.

That's when a voice called out and he once more jumped once more. Startled but this time at the mere thought of being caught admiring fine art.

‘’Elementalist.’’

He did not realize he inched closer to the work of art, his fingers brushing the outline of the painting. The large piece of perfection, as if a deeper connection could or would be drawn from it. A single touch igniting raw emotion and just a single word breaking an intense connection between beast and man.

‘’Lord Donald.’’

Immediately kneeling and bowing his head in a form of respect, laying his guns on the table to ensure no offence by chance was taken. Waving off the show of respect he got up facing the older yet powerful man In front of him.

 ‘’Titus is back.’’

Biting back the urge to add your highness, when the dragon began sniffing at the air for a moment and as if satisfied with the scent, he stares him down and the heaven know how he still maintained face.

‘’What am I to do about your father?’’

Stalking closer his gaze inspecting and he almost stumbled on his words, thankfully the importance of the matter allowed him to focuses on breaking his father even if it means demolishing his defenses.

‘’I need the scroll to ensure every move we make will not take us back ten steps.’’

He has never felt the need to be as serious as he feels facing a dragon that is said to have a terrible temper. Lord Donald began laughing which threw him for a loop as he faces the man in question.

‘’We are really possessive with what we consider treasure. Do you really think we can just hand over, such knowledge and power to any outsider who manages to come to my home to demand it?’’

He was not quite done but Kade was not sure if he wanted him to carry on, gratefully a voice penetrated through the burning silence as he gravitated to the melody.

‘’Last time he eliminated any threats to his plans, he got ahold of smaller packs of shifters and tortured them until they bent to his will.’’

Managing to focuses on the fierce dragon before him, his attention was immediately stolen by the doors opening to the most awe inducing specimen.

His cheeks flushed, grateful his dark skin is able to conceal it but there was nothing he could do about the heat he felt. The door opens and the most hypnotic voice that took control over the conversation.

‘’The fairies have reported, they have been attacked.’’

His will refuse to allow him the chance to look back but fueled by curiosity, he turned to confusing attraction. A sandy dark headed male started toward them. Standing close enough cinnamon woodsy musk made his insides flutter in excitement. Standing right next to him, there is no way in hell can he deny the warmth taking a step away from him he focused on his perfect lips.

‘’Father. The East sides queen has gone missing, they have no idea who could have kidnapped her but they are extremely frantic.’’

Dragons don’t usually involve themselves is mundane or supernatural problems his interest sure would raise eyebrows. Fairies were one of the supernaturals that dragons formed an alliance with therefore no matter what the matter is, they were going to have to investigate.

Surly Lord Donald noticed the unspoken connection the electrical current that brew between the two, damn imposing dragons. The fact he felt that the dragon still studied Kade, nervousness made it impossible to maintain eye contact.

‘’Son. You are the future leader of the clan. While you help the elementalist don’t forget about your people and your priorities. It’s been a pleasure seeing you again young elemental, I will take my leave.’’

Resigned to his son's decisions he walks away. All he has done thus far was groom his son to be a true leader and now that he has found his mate this would be the true testament to ensure his ready run the clan.

He has given him the knowledge and watched him grow, now that he has found his mate he feels much better knowing there will be someone else was there to catch his son when he falls and grow with him.

Leaving his son and glorified human alone in the same room together, he wondered what adventures they would face and no matter what he vowed to catch his son.

Alone together, the atmosphere changed and hormones flatters and the mood transforms to pure hunger in an instant as he gazed at his mate. His gaze assessing, patient eyes attentive to the future leader of his clan. Clearing his suddenly dry throat, he focuses on the elementalist as he downed his nervousness.

 ‘’Kade. Is my name.’’