Quick note: I apologies for the spelling mistakes and wrong wordings I make. I tend to write later at night and don't re-read to check 😂 my bad. I will update them soon. 😊
Anyways enjoy!
I took two hours of Bella ranting and screaming at me. I watched as she paced back and forth occasionally sending a glare my way. She was mesmerising to watch. I couldn't help but feel amazed at this woman before me. My mate. Mine. I knew she was worried I didn't speak until she finished. When she stopped I couldn't help but say "You know your hot when your mad." I watched as she tried to maintain her angered expression but I could see the slip of her lips curve upwards and saw the love and adoration in her eyes. She released a sigh and smiled saying "You are hopeless muddy." I grinned and arched my brow and said "Now that you've stopped screaming and shouting at something that I wasn't in control of...can I please hug you because I haven't seen my beautiful sexy mate in months?" She smirked and I launched myself at her. My arms automatically encircled her waist and her head rested on my shoulder. I was taller than her and I had taken my glamour off so I was myself. I breathed her scent in and seemingly all my worries melted away. All that existed was me and Bella in this run down shack. I squeezed her when she said "Don't die during this stupid tournament muddy." I smiled as I knew she would never admit outright that she was worried. That wasn't Bella. That's why I love her because she never hovered or pushed me. Yes, I love her and it's not because of the mate bond. I had realised that fact a while ago. I fell even more in love with her everyday that I spent with her. We haven't said it to each other but we both know as we can feel it through the bond, we can feel each others emotions. Lucian has said it is one the most powerful mating bonds he has ever seen and he says it will only get stronger after we have met and even more so when we consummate. I was nervous but excited for when we are both ready. I had conjured up a bed wandlessly and we have been laying here, just taking in each other presence, for over 5 hours. I knew I would have to go back soon. The thought of leaving my mate pained me greatly but it was inevitable. "Bella, love, I need to go so I don't get caught." She released and sad sigh and I squeezed her in reassurance. She spoke quietly saying "I know muddy. Just don't die otherwise I'll kill you myself." I smiled and panted a kiss on her forehead. "I won't Bella. Now go. I lo...stay safe ok?." She looked up at me with pure love in her eyes and grinned. I let a tear slip as she faded away. The worst part of seeing Bella is saying bye and watching her body melt away.
It was the day of the First challenge of the Tri-wizard tournament. I remained calm despite the slight panic that I felt. We were all gathered in a tent and we had to pick our dragons. I wasn't scared when I picked out my dragon, even though it was the Hungarian Horntail. The most dangerous dragon in the wizarding world. Harry got the Romanian Longtail dragon. I saw the pure hate and glee in Dumbledores eyes but pretended to be oblivious to his pettiness. I heard the crowd cheering and each opponents dragon roaring. Cedric has come back dazed but alive. He nodded and smiled to me when I expressed my concern. The others did their challenges Cedric whispered to me saying "Be careful Hermione. It may take you as a threat since your an Alpha." I nodded and remembered the best I could on how to act from what I had read on mythical creatures and what Lucian had told me.
Flashback
I was sat comfortably engrossed in the book 'Mythical creatures' and was fascinated by the dragon section. It read: 'Dragons are extremely volatile creatures. They will defend their territory until death if needed be. One rule you must follow to help avoid a death by this beasts is to run and keep running.'
I flipped ahead when all it seemed to go on about was the only way to survive was run and hide. 'The most dangerous dragon is the Hungarian Horntail. They are one the most deadly and aggressive dragons to exist. Dragons in general are not to be taken lightly but the Horntail is the deadliest and you would be lucky to escape and live.'
I scowled at the text I was reading and decided to ask Lucian instead. I headed to his office. I couldn't help but smile when I entered. He was in a white shirt and black slacks. He was also wearing ridiculously bright red reading glasses. He was sat writing up notices to the heads of protectors all over the world that I was the newest Alpha. I knew he knew I was there as he would have heard me coming. I waited until he finished and when he looked up and smiled, I asked "Lucian, dragons? Is their anyway to help avoid trouble with one as the book just bloody states that you have to run?" He smiled and hummed. I gestured for me to sit. "Sorry Hermione. I haven't updated the books in a long time but to answer your question, yes. You must be respectful, similar to showing respect to a hippogriff. Though you will be able to understand them due to you being an Alpha. They will recognise your signature. I will also lend you a book so you will be able to learn and speak dragon tongue." I looked at him confused. "Signature?" He grinned and chuckled saying "Smell Hermione. They will recognise your smell as you are vastly unique from everyone else. That is why you are easily recognised by Mythics. One dragon you may have trouble having the trust in is the Horntail. You may have to show some of your dominance so that they will allow you passage or back down." I nodded and stored it in my memory.
Flashback end
I took a deep breath when my name was called and released it. Ok, Hermione. Let's show them what we can do. Show them what it means to be a Romanoff. I slowly stepped out into the area. It was dead silent. I sniffed the air discreetly and I caught the scent of the dragon. I heard it's breath igniting in the back of its throat and spun to avoid the flames that it had sent my way from behind. I turned and faced the dragon. It was beautiful. It had black scales, yellow cat like eyes, bronze horns and spikes extending all across it back to its tail. I knew I would have to watch out for the tail if he decided to attack. I spotted a secure chain around his neck which ignited my anger. We were behind a massive rock that kept us hidden from the crowd. I could see the protectiveness in its yellow eyes but also curiosity. It had halted attacking me and spoke, in old Norse language, in a deep voice that was terrifying. (Think of Smaug from The Hobbit, love the voice and yes, I am a nerd leave me be 😁). "You...are not like...the other...humans I have encountered." His massive head cocked to the side as I bowed and spoke in the dragon tongue that he did. "No. I am not. I wish for you to let me pass without trying to kill me." He let out a chuckle that sent shivers down my spine but remained completely calm. "And why should...I allow a human...passage to the egg?" My hazed hardened as I stared into his dark yellow eyes. I let out a low growl that only he would be able to hear and released some of my magic his way. "Because I am the Alpha." I saw shock which soon tuned into respect. He bowed his head and said "Alpha Vargr. I grant you...passage." I asked "What is your name?" He grinned showcasing all his pointed teeth. "Trygve" I replied as I bowed my head slightly for him trusting me with his name. "I need you to at least look like you are trying to stop me Trygve. I don't want Dumbledore to know my tricks just yet. Injure me if you must." He let out a growl that shook the walls. "As...you...wish." He then released a terrifying roar.
I heard the igniting of his flames in his throat and moved quickly. I threw a couple stunning spells at him to make it look believable. I spotted the egg at the top of the rocks. I let out an aggravated groan as I knew I would have to climb quickly. Even though I knew he wasn't trying to kill me, it still felt like it. Only thanks to my quick reflexes and senses I am able to avoid the flames Trygve was sending my way. "Permission to...harm you?" I slightly nodded. I pretended not to notice his tail sailing towards me. I braved for impact but Merlin did it hurt! I slammed against the wall and the breath rushed out of my lungs. I knew Trygve had hit lightly as he could otherwise I would have more than a few broken ribs. Since I had my glamour on, I also had the normal human healing, everything hurt. I ignored the pain and continued to make my way back to the golden egg. I could tell Trygve was upset but I quietly told him as I made my way to the egg. "Do not worry Trygve. Thank you for helping me. You are free." He released another growl to keep everyone distracted as he replied "No...thank you Vargr." I reached the egg and the crowd screamed in praise. I could feel my exhaustion kicking in but pressed on. Their screams soon turned to terror as the chain that I had been slowly breaking down snapped. Trygve released flames towards the frightened crowd and I hid the smirk that wanted to break our on my emotionless mask of exhaustion. I could tell everybody was distracted by the hovering free Trygve so I casted a quick glance around and spotted a worried looking Pansy and Draco. I sent a small nod and smile their way. They sent wary ones back but Draco still looked worried and he looked slightly scared. I wasn't surprised. It is a 60 foot dragon. I hobbled my way out of the stadium with fresh burns and broken ribs with my head held high. I knew I had to prepare for the next challenge.
Old Norse translation:
Trygve- Means trustworthy
Vargr- Means wolf
