Three Stars

Dragana POV

All I wanted to do was to leave this place. I did not know how to approach the subject of a dagger with my great grandfather Solomon, not sure if I were to tell him about the odd feeling I had about Lord Cazima either. Based on what I heard, Solomon too was a monster, castrating young boys for his own needs and reasons. I was not sure what possible justification he could provide for his cruelty, and if he would even tell me the truth. Insecurity and fear started creeping up and almost suffocating me. What did he want from me??? Things may not be as they seem, I thought to myself.

Cybela was still roaring in the background, her thunderous growls echoing everywhere, and even without seeing her, I could tell she was likely a terrifying dragon. “She is calling for you Dragana, she wants to meet you”, Solomon turned around looking at me. “We do not have to go if you do not want to”, he continued observing my obvious discomfort. Another roar, almost a cry, broke the silence be