Act 3, Chapter 4
Time to wake up, Rune.
Rune slowly slipped out of slumber, opened his eyes, and looked around himself. He was surprised to find himself lying on the straw bed of his chamber in Hontus and Seraph's home. It was late at night. His satchel was lying nearby on the floor.
Rune got off his bed and onto his feet. He was confused.
"How did I end up here?" He asked out loud.
It would seem that after we fell unconscious, the others brought us back here.
"Why?"
Why not? We're going to be living here for the next six months, are we not?
"I guess that makes sense…"
Suddenly, a thought came Rune. He gasped.
"Nellie!" He exclaimed. "Where's Nellie?"
Shall we go find out?
"Since when do you care about her?"
I don't. I would just prefer it if you go FIND her instead of standing around worrying about her.
"Fine."
Rune left his room and walked down the hallway. His first guess was to look in Nellie's room. He was going to step inside, when he heard someone speak to him from behind.
"Rune?"
Rune turned around to see his brother Cyrus walking up to him from the other end of the hall. He had a scar on his belly, from when Rune stabbed him slightly with his sword.
"Cyrus." Rune said, smiling a little. "Are you alright."
"Yeah, I'm fine." Cyrus said glumly.
Rune became concerned. Normally, Cyrus was a more energetic and cocky. But now, he sounded melancholy.
"Is something the matter, Cy?" Rune asked. Cyrus sighed.
"Rune, I'm sorry."
"For what?"
"For almost…..killing Nellie."
Rune put a paw on his brother's shoulder.
"It's alright, Cyrus." Rune said reassuringly. "You were being manipulated at the time. The same thing happened to me four years ago, remember?"
"You forgive me?"
"If anyone should be apologizing, it's me."
"Why?"
"I almost did something to you that I would regret for the rest of my life."
The two princes were silent for a time. Even if Rune didn't say it, Cyrus knew what he meant.
"I'll forgive you if you forgive me." Cyrus said. Rune smiled.
"It's a deal."
"Thanks, Rune."
The shorter black dragon looked around.
"So, where are we?" Cyrus asked.
"This is Hontus and Seraph's home."
"Where is everyone? When I woke up, I heard someone walking around outside the doorway, which turned out to be you."
Rune thought for a minute.
"Well, maybe they're at the front of the building. It's a living room."
The two black dragons walked to the living room, Rune in the lead. Sure enough, voices could be heard when they got close enough. Hontus, Seraph and Nellie were on one side of the room, while Elenar, Elza and Tina were on another. Elenar and Hontus were locked in conversation.
"..That's absolutely disgusting!" Hontus exclaimed. "It was deplorable when I learned that Malefor did it to you, but for a normal, supposedly-respectable man to do the same thing?"
"And for it to be one of your closest friends, no less." Seraph added. Elenar sighed.
"I know."
"How could you continue to trust that man?" Hontus asked.
"At the time, I believed that Bergan was correct, which he was. And I had hoped that he was still a good man."
"Well he certainly was not." Seraph said. "I don't mean to offend you, Elenar, but he made you look like a fool."
"I know that now. Bergan is not the man he used to be."
"In any case," Hontus said. "You two had a daughter, which you left with him so he could hide her from the masses because of her White Hide?"
"Correct."
"And her hide is white because of a Curse placed on your family by your Grandfather."
"Yes."
They were going to continue, but Elza spoke up.
"It would seem that the princes are awake now." The green dragoness said. Everyone else turned to look at Rune and Cyrus, who walked forwards nervously.
"Are you boys feeling alright?" Seraph asked.
"I'm fine." Rune said.
"Me too." Cyrus added. Elenar smiled.
"Thank the ancestors." She said. The Queen walked over and hugged her sons. Rune happily accepted the hug, but Cyrus complained.
"Moooom, let go!" He complained.
"I'm just glad that you two are back to normal."
"Fine, but don't hug me in front of Tina!" He protested.
The other dragons laughed. Now that was the Cyrus they all knew.
When Elenar finally let go of her sons, Rune looked up at her.
"What's happened since we passed out?" He asked.
"A lot has happened." His mother answered. "Go sit down. This may take a while…"
Once Rune and Cyrus had found places to sit down and listen, the other dragons started explaining. Elza started.
"After you two passed out, the purple dragon known as Bergan somehow took control of the Glenhaven Palace, broke it free of the earth, and made it teleport to who knows where. Naturally, many of the dragons that had children attending school there were in a panic. The first thing we did was contact Hontus and Seraph here and tell them what happened." Elenar continued for her.
"After their initial shock, they quickly agreed to help us. You two, Nellie and Tina were placed in the back chambers to recover, while that Roxanne girl was returned to her parents. Afterwards, Albanion and Aegis left to tell the remaining Authorities of Glenhaven what had happened."
"Where are they now?" Cyrus asked. Elza spoke again.
"They're helping the Authorities search the remains of the Palace, to see if any dragons or Nondragons remain in the lower passages that were built into the Earth mound that the Palace sat upon."
"For a while now, we waiting for you two to wake up, and for Albanion and Aegis to return." Elenar said. "Once they return, we will contact Urobos and Wraith to see how their Endeavour is going, and tell them what has happened since they left Warfang."
"What are they trying to accomplish again?" Rune asked.
"Urobos and Wraith left for the Pit of the Fallen to see if they could recruit the aid of Lord Spyro and Lady Cynder." Elenar said. "I pray that they succeeded."
"I see…" Rune said. He glanced over at Nellie, who hadn't spoken much. Rune then looked between Elenar and Seraph.
"Say, is it okay if I have some time to spend with Nellie?" He asked. The two dragonesses exchanged glances, and then looked at Nellie.
"Would you like to be alone with Rune for a while, sweetie?" Seraph asked. Nellie smiled.
"I'd love to!" She exclaimed, but then regained her composure. "I mean, sure."
Hontus and Seraph both smiled.
"Go right ahead, then." Hontus said.
As Nellie walked towards Rune, the two turned around to walk back to Rune's chamber. As this happened, Cyrus glanced over at Tina, who was looking back at him, concerned.
"Umm.." Cyrus said nervously. He wanted to spend some time with Tina, but was too afraid to ask. And since the memories of the things he did to her were fresh in his mind, he didn't think she'd want to be with him. But then, to his surprise, Tina spoke up.
"Can I spend some time with Prince Cyrus, your highness?" Tina asked. Elenar nodded.
"Of course, Tina." She answered.
"You two can go into Blank's chamber." Seraph added.
"Thank you!" Tina exclaimed.
As Tina walked past Cyrus, the black dragon only watched her. Tina frowned.
"Come on, Runt." She said.
"Okay.." the black dragon responded.
As the four young dragons exited the room, Seraph and Elenar sighed.
"I remember when those boys were barely able to fly." The Queen said happily. "They also used to run around so much that they'd trip all over themselves."
"I have the same memories, but of Blank and Nellie." Seraph added. "But just look at them all now: They're growing up."
"That's right." Hontus said. "Say, you don't think that the four of them are going to…"
Elenar shook her head.
"No, we can trust them not to do anything so serious. Rune is a well-mannered boy. And even though Cyrus can be a tad ego-centric at times, he knows his boundaries."
Elza placed a paw on her belly, smiling.
"Albanion and I are going to have our paws full once these little ones come."
"When are they due to be laid?" Seraph asked.
"Any day now." Elza answered.
Elenar sighed in relief. There used to be a time when Elza and Seraph would have torn each other limb from limb out of spite. Luckily, over time, the Water and Wind dragonesses managed to push their pasty hostility aside and develop a mutual respect for each other. They both cared for Rune, so their was no reason for them to be enemies.
After these happy thoughts ended, Elenar's mind drifted to one of her biggest concerns: Her daughter Hope. The Queen hadn't stopped thinking about her, or the horrible things she said or did. The dark grey dragoness shed a few tears.
"Is something the matter, Elenar?" Hontus asked.
"It's my daughter." Elenar answered. "I can't help but worry about her. She could be anywhere right now."
"I'm sure she's alright." Seraph said.
"It's not her health that's the biggest issue. It's the things she said. She strongly believes that I abandoned her egg when it was laid."
"Bergan filled her head with lies." Elza snarled. "He's a filthy, backstabbing monster." Elenar sighed.
"I just wish I knew where she was."
…
Unbeknownst to all of the dragons inside Hontus and Seraph's home, Tyrrany was silently watching them by the Living room's window.
After Tyrrany flew away from the conflict with Elenar, the White dragoness sent Flame and Arthur back to the abandoned Warehouse they were staying in. She then turned around and flew in a bee line back the area to spy on her mother.
For several hours, Tyrrany followed Elenar as she went about her way. When the Queen went to the home of the Fire Guardian and his mate, the White dragoness hid outside the home, listening on their conversations.
She had taken up great interest in Rune and Cyrus when her two brothers traveled to the back of the Home with their respective companions. As luck would have it, Cyrus and the dark yellow dragoness entered a room that was adjacent to the one that Rune and Nellie entered, enabling her to switch back and forth between spying on the four of them all the easier.
Let's start with Rune first, Tyrrany thought.
As Tyrrany floated Rune's window, she did her pest to peek inside without being seen..
Rune walked into his chamber, followed by Nellie. Once Rune walked a up to his bed, he turned around to face his companion. The blue dragoness immediately kissed Rune on the lips. When it ended, both young dragons smiled.
"I've been waiting to do that for six months." Nellie said.
"Yeah, me too.." Rune added. The Black dragon looked at his companion, concern on his face. "Nellie, can I ask you a question?"
"What?"
"Why did you get in a fight with Roxanne?"
Nellie froze, as though she had been caught red-pawed doing something she shouldn't.
"I, uh…well.." She stammered, not looking Rune in the eyes.
"What?" Rune asked. "What's wrong, Nellie?"
Nellie gulped down a big breath of air. "Roxanne has a crush on you, Rune."
"Huh?"
"Roxanne has had a thing for you for a very long time, but she never had the guts to come up to you and say it."
"Really?"
"Uh-huh. Four years ago, when she discovered that you and I had started dating each other, she got really aggravated. She believed that I 'stole' you from her. So, whenever you're not in Glenhaven, she's been going out of her way to taunt and humiliate me as a form of payback."
"Are you serious?" Rune asked, taken aback.
"Yes. She wants to break us up so she can have you to herself."
"Well, she'll never succeed." Rune said, smiling. "You're the only girl for me, Nellie."
The dragoness's eyes beamed. "Really, Rune?" the Black dragon chuckled.
"Of course! In fact, I got you something when I was in Warfang."
"What did you get me?" Nellie asked, interested.
"Wait just a moment. I'll get it."
Rune walked over to his satchel and searched through it for a moment. After a short while, he pulled out a small jade necklace and presented it to Nellie.
"Ta-da!" He exclaimed. The dragoness gasped in delight.
"It's beautiful!" She exclaimed happily.
"I'm glad you like it." Rune responded. He proceeded to place the necklace around Nellie's neck. The blue dragoness kissed him again.
"Thank you, Rune!"
"You're welcome!"
Typical….
Tyrrany floated away from the two lovebirds and started spying on Cyrus and the dark yellow dragoness…
Cyrus just sat nervously on the bed, afraid to talk to Tina. Tina, however, wanted Cyrus to start talking to her. After getting tired of waiting, the yellow dragoness spoke first.
"Cyrus, can I ask you a question?"
"Sure…" The black dragon said, half-afraid.
"When we were giant-sized, and I was locked in those chains on The Nexus, did you mean those things you said to me?"
Cyrus sighed heavily, as if afraid to answer.
"Cy?"
"Yes." The black dragon said. "I did mean what I said. But, I was addicted to the power I had at the time, and it boosted my ego to the point where I wasn't afraid to tell you."
"Did you really want me to stay away from Glenhaven?"
"No, that was a trick. The part of me that was still in control wanted to get you to find a way to free the spell on me."
"Then how come you acted like a wild animal when I confronted you outside the Palace? Were you mad at me for tricking you?"
"No!" Cyrus shouted. "After you ran off, Bergan increased the Convexity within me, and I lost control completely."
"So you weren't in control of yourself."
"Yeah!" Cyrus got off the bed and looked into Tina's eyes. "Still, I feel really bad for how I hurt you, Tina. Can you ever forgive me?"
Tina smirked. She reached up, grabbed Cyrus's face, and pulled him forwards to kiss him on the lips, taking the black dragon completely by surprise. When she let go, she grinned at him.
"Does that answer your question?" She asked, an eyebrow raised. Cyrus blushed, but then smiled.
"Yeah, it does."
Cyrus and Tina proceeded to happily embrace each other. Cyrus's feelings were finally known, and Tina loved him back. All was right with his world…
Tyrrany backed away from the window, glaring.
Typical! She screamed in her mind. Completely fucking Typical! This is yet another example of those two bastards getting everything they've ever wanted, and then some, while I'm left with nothing! THEY are respected for being a "superior" breed, while I'M regarded as a freak! THEY can enjoy themselves whenever they please, while I have to train for hours on end everyday! THEY each get a mate who loves them dearly, while I…
Tyrrany stopped. She thought for a moment.
Flame…I have Flame.
Tyrrany remembered what happened the other night. She remembered how Flame had admitted his affection for her, and how she threatened him to stay away from her. The Fire dragon claimed that he wouldn't give up on winning her over.
And then, the White dragoness got an idea.
I know something that I can get before Rune and Cyrus get it. Tyrrany turned and looked between the two windows. You won't get something that I deserve THIS time, you two!
Tyrrany turned around again and flew off across the city to the abandoned house.
I need to have a chat with Flame.
…
A while later, Tyrrany came to a landing in front of the house. She pushed the door open and walked inside. Flame and Arthur were sitting on the other side of the room, across from the stairs.
"Hey, Anny!" Arthur greeted.
"You feeling alright now?" Flame asked.
"I am content." Tyrrany answered.
I need to get him to come upstairs.
The white dragoness walked across the room and up the stairs. Once she was at the top, she turned around and looked down at the red dragon.
"Hey, Flame?" She asked.
"Yeah, Tyrrany?"
"Come up here. I need to talk to you." Flame gulped nervously.
"Uh, about what?"
"You will find out once you're up here." Tyrrany answered. "Arthur, you are to stay downstairs."
"Okay." The dragonfly responded.
Tyrrany turned around and walked to the window as Flame walked up the staircase. Once he was in the room, the white dragoness turned to look at him.
"How are you feeling, Flame?" She asked.
"I'm, uh…I'm doing alright." He answered. "I'm more concerned with you, though."
Tyrrany turned to walk over to him.
"Why is that?" She asked.
"Well, you were crying pretty hard after your fight with your mother. I was worried you might get sick." Tyrrany did something she almost never did: She smiled.
"There's no need to worry; I'm quite alright now." She turned and walked back to the window. When she walked up to it, she turned to speak to her friend.
"Flame, come stand next to me."
"Uh, alright." He replied. Flame reluctantly walked up next to Tyrrany, afraid that this might be a trap.
As the two dragons stood at the window, Tyrrany spoke again.
"Flame, I've been thinking about the things I said to you back in the cave."
"You have?"
"I want to apologize for the way I treated you."
"You have?" Flame asked, taken aback.
"Yes. You have been a good friend to me all these years. Threatening you with violence was no way to repay your kindness. I am also sorry for denying your love for me."
"You…You are?" Flame was surprised.
"I am. So, I've thought of a way to show that I am sorry, something that you'll really appreciate…"
Tyrrany reached behind Flame and pulled his brown cloak off, confusing him.
"What are you doing, Anny?" He asked. Tyrrany grabbed Flame's shoulders and spun him to the right so that she could look him in the eyes. She smiled again.
"Flame, I want to mate with you."
"WHAT?" He screamed incredulously. "No!"
Tyrrany was both confused and annoyed.
"'No'? What do you mean, 'No'?" Flame stepped back from the White dragoness.
"There's no way that this is real. How can you go from 'I will personally castrate you' to 'let's have sex' so fast?"
"I'm trying to apologize to you!"
"Even if you really are sorry, I don't want to mate with you."
"Why not?"
"I really do love you, Anny, and I do want to be with you. But, mating is a big deal. I'm not ready for it, and neither are you."
"Of course I am!"
"No, you're not. I don't know what suddenly made you want to do something like that, but I'm not going to. Forget it." Flame turned around. "I'm heading back downstairs. Come talk to me when you want to show an apology the right way. Goodnight."
As Flame walked towards, the stairs, Tyrrany's eyes flared with rage. She suddenly appeared in front of Flame, blocking his path. She was snarling. The red dragon jumped.
"I give you the opportunity you've wanted for ages, and you think you can just SNUB me?" the red dragon became afraid.
"We're not ready, Anny. We shouldn't-"
Before he could finish, Tyrrany slashed Flame across the face. He yelped in pain. The dragoness then grabbed Flame's chest and shoved him upwards, flipping him onto his back. Before the dragon could get away, Tyrrany appeared on top of him. She was too strong for the red dragon to push her off.
"Anny, stop!" Flame protested. "I don't want it like this!"
"TOO BAD!" Tyrrany bellowed. "I won't let you deny me this pleasure!"
"But…" Flame started to cry, both from the pain of the bleeding cut on his face, and the pain of being forced into this position.
"If you don't mate with me right now, I'll make you REGRET it!" Tyrrany snarled. "Now put yourself inside me! NOW!"
"Fine… " Flame said, defeated.
Tyrrany felt Flame slip himself within her. It was a sensation she had never felt before. The dragoness started moaning in pleasure. She looked down at Flame. The dragon was silently crying a river of tears. Tyrrany placed one of her front paws on Flame's wound, using her Water element to heal the bleeding.
"You know that you wanted this for a long time, Flame." Tyrrany said to him.
"Why?" He asked her. "Why would you force me into this? We're supposed to be friends."
"You wanted us to be more than friends, right? Well, now we can."
"Wh..What will Bergan say when he finds out?" Flame exclaimed. "He'll kill me!"
"He doesn't have to find out." Tyrrany smiled again. "This can be our little secret."
"Please…" Flame pleaded. "Can't we stop this now?"
"No…" Tyrrany wrapped her front legs around Flame, holding him close. "Get comfortable, Flame: It's going to be a long night."
The dragoness then kissed Flame's lips, sticking her tongue into his mouth. Flame gave up trying to resist, and just let Tyrrany have her way with him….
As all of this happened, Arthur was right downstairs. He heard everything that was happening. The dragonfly wanted to put an end to what Tyrrany was doing. But he was no fool: there was no way a single dragonfly could stop a teenaged female dragon.
Arthur sighed.
"How can you do that to him, Anny?" He asked silently.
The dragonfly lied on the floor, shutting his eyes to go to sleep. The whole while, he heard the sounds of Tyrrany moaning and Flame crying.
