Semua Bab Return of the Dragon Queen: Bab 161 - Bab 170

A gentle voice drifted in from behind them at that moment “Why, in the gods’ names, are you all laughing like a pack of drunk hyenas?”Liam’s head whipped around so fast he nearly toppled off the fountain’s ledge. Gracefully walking towards them on the lantern-lit path was Elena with an elegant brow arched. A stray curl fell over her forehead, making her look far too lovely for Liam’s sanity.As she drew closer, Liam sprang to his feet and offered his hand to her with exaggerated gallantry “It’s nothing darling, they are just pulling my leg” he said, shooting a glare at his so-called friends. As Elena slipped her hand into his, he added quickly, “Come, sit here with me—”But Elena halted him with a light touch to his chest “No, I can’t stay. I just got a call from Master Kai, I have to leave now, there’s some work to handle.”Liam’s face fell immediately,

But the faces — the faces were what stole Liam’s breath and turned his blood to ice.Because it was him. The same eyes, the same angular lines of his jaw, his unmistakable bearing, though the attire was of an ancient, hair bound in a warrior’s knot, a royal sash crossing his chest.And beside him, draped in silks of silver and dusk blue, a woman, her eyes bright, her smile serene yet mischievous even in paint.It was Elena.Not a likeness, not a vague resemblance. It was exactly them.The scroll trembled in Liam’s grasp. The world seemed to tilt sideways, the distant calls of the palace gardens muted by the rush of his own pulse.Alisha’s voice broke through the hush, trembling slightly “Liam… that’s… that’s you and Elena…” but Liam could not here it as flashes of images started passing through his mind.The flashes were too fast, too bright and too real.

The next day early in the morning Allen rushed to Edward and Elizabeth’s chamber, knocking a bit nervous.Still a bit sleepy Edward walked up to the door and opened it carefully not wanting to disturb his sleeping wife.“Why are you here so early in the morning Allen? Is everything alright? I Liam fine?” Edward asked getting more worried as he reached the last statement.“Sir we just received word from Alynthia, King Henry and his sons are coming here in another half-an-hour. They have requested us for portal access.”“What? Why?” Edward asked a bit confused.“I don’t know sir, the reason was not specified”Taking a deep breath to calm himself Edward replied “Okay you go and make preparation’s we will be down soon. And inform Alisha as well, it might be related to there wedding.”“Yes, Your Majesty” Allen said as he bowed in respect and went to make the preparations, while Edward went to wake his wife up and share the news.….Exactly half-an-hour later, Edward, Elizabeth, and Alisha

Time flew by faster than any of them could grasp, swept along in a flurry of planning, silken invitations carried by swift messengers, tailors stitching until dawn, and palace halls echoing with laughter and the occasional bickering of siblings over colours and seating charts.And so, before anyone was truly ready to blink the days away, it was the day of the wedding that would bind not just two couples, but two kingdoms, two houses, and countless hearts.The chosen venue was none other than Master Kai Von’s revered domain a sprawling, ethereal sanctuary nestled within an ancient forest, guarded by whispering trees older than some kingdoms themselves. It was a place of magic, serenity, and wisdom, the perfect neutral ground where neither Asterin nor Alynthia’s royal hall could claim dominance over the other.But to Elena, it was even more than that. Master Kai’s haven was where she had found her strength, where she had learned the secrets of power and restraint, where she had laughed

[Warming: R18+ content ahead].....Liam gently set the sword back in its case, his fingers lingering for just a moment before he looked back at Elena, the cool breeze stirring the edges of her gown, her eyes fixed on him with a depth that made his chest ache.“Elena,” he said softly, crossing the little distance between them “there’s so much I want to say… but I don’t know if words are enough.”Her lips curved gently, and she reached up, brushing her fingers across his cheek “Then don’t speak,” she whispered, “just stay. Be here with me.”He leaned in and kissed her, softly at first, almost reverently but the moment stretched, deepened, pulling them both into the pool of desire.Elena’s hands moved to his shoulders, slipping beneath the outer layers of his formal robes. She pushed the heavy fabric away, letting it fall to the floor in a soft heap. Liam’s breath caught as he looked at her again “You’re sure?” he asked, his voice barely audible.“I’ve been sure for centuries, but was j