Alice–POVIt's been a month since I've felt lost and numb at home. Despite James trying his hardest to help me overcome my depression, the weight of all I've lost has been unbearable. Levy would occasionally drop by to check on me, but she could never stay long because of her job. Ella also came by, but I suggested she stay in the Dragon Realm instead due to her fragile health caused by her pregnancy. Dave and Varina were around to support me, but their presence only overwhelmed me.Dave and Varina wanted to teach me how to absorb dragon magic, but seeing my state, they and James decided to give me some space."Alice, I can't let you continue stewing in misery and being cooped up at home," James' words snapped me out of my thoughts."What?" I blinked, unsure of what James had said. He sighed, and I noticed how exhausted he looked, dark circles prominent under his eyes."Alice, we're going on a trip. Tell me where you want to go," James said patiently, smiling."Do we have to go out?"

Alice – POV An irritation bubble surged within me as I watched Jeffrey escape again, scampering away like a scared cat. I could see the same look of frustration mirrored in James's eyes; he, too, was vexed by our inability to capture Jeffrey once and for all. That bastard Jeffrey was a real pain in the ass, and I was racking my brain, trying to figure out how to track him down. "Let's head home for now," James suggested, breaking me out of my thoughts. Before we teleported back home, he destroyed his car, erasing any evidence of the accident that could alarm the police. Once we arrived home, I quickly showered and changed into fresh clothes. Exhaustion washed over me as I sank back onto the couch, my body still adjusting to the Hydra's magic and the fragments of conversation between myself and the Hydra before it departed. ****Flashback*******"Alice," Hydra called in a weakened voice. Opening my eyes, I found my golden dragon looking at me intently. I sat up in an enchanting, unf

James - POVMy gaze shifted past Alice to the warlock Priest of my clan. Alice approached me and took my hand. "What's happening, Alice?" I asked, baffled by the priest's presence. With a snap of her fingers, Alice conjured a light, illuminating a magic-infused lantern floating in mid-air."James, the priest is here to officiate our wedding in the warlock ritual since we've already been wed in my dragon realm ritual," Alice explained, a smile playing on her lips, which I reciprocated happily."I'm not properly dressed for the occasion, and you look stunning in that gown," I murmured, prompting a chuckle from Alice."Can't you use magic to change your attire with a snap of your fingers?" she playfully teased. With a resigned sigh and a quick snap of my fingers, I stood in a sharp tuxedo. "Now that you're ready, let's call our family," Alice announced.Levy, Archer, Darcus, and Ella arrived, along with their child Jaxon, Dave, Varina, and Beth. A man I recognized as Brendon, a Warlock f

Prologue Once known as Levy, a normal human being, an unexpected encounter with a dragon forever changed her life during a sudden attack by Jeffery, her cousin Alice's vengeful ex-mate. This chance meeting with the dragon prompted a transformation, not just of her name, but of her very existence. On the advice of the Dragon Shrine Priest, who received a divine message from the dragon goddess, Levy became Lavina, a name she carried even in the human realm, as a symbol of her new identity linked to the great healer dragon.As Lavina, she built a successful career as a film producer, juggling her human life with her new mystical reality. However, things took a bitter turn when she met her dragon mate, Keenan. Their relationship disintegrated due to Lavina's inability to bear children, resulting in a heartbreaking severance of their mate bond with the help of a witch. Seeking solace, Lavina found herself drowning her sorrows in a local bar, and in a reckless moment, sought comfort in the

Lavina's POV"Archer, can we not talk about this?" I pleaded, but he just sighed, sinking into the couch and staring at me with an unreadable expression."To be honest, I came here intending to say the same thing," he confessed. His statement surprised me; Archer was usually the type to try to coax me into dating him, only to break things off when it didn't work out."Don't look so surprised," he advised, maintaining his calm demeanor."Good. You should know I won't speak about our... encounter," I reassured him. Archer looked at me momentarily, prompting me to ask, "What?""Didn't you have a mate? Kevin, wasn't it? So, you cheated on him with me?" he queried. The mention of Kevin's name stirred up a whirlwind of emotions."Kevin and I are no longer together, so I didn't cheat on him. Cheating seems to be your style, not mine," I retorted harshly. Archer remained silent, a look of guilt shadowing his face. A realization dawned on me. "Wait, did you cheat on someone?""Yeah, it technic