Book 18: Chapter 18


    Irina hopelessly sighed. She turned to Sylvanas and softly remarked, I thought we were going to soak in the spring after transforming into our dragon form


    The King and Consorts didnt share a spring. In the past, they shared one. Nheless, to cater for Vyvyan and Elizabeths desire to have private space with their son, the spring was split up into multiple sections for Nier and Lucia as well as any other species that could transform. The hot spring gradually expanded until it upied the entire top area of the mountain. As such, the springs were heavily guarded and out of bounds for the public. Nevertheless, because Mommy Vyvyan once poured a potion into the water, we didnt have to worry about being poisoned.


    Sylvanas patted Irinas shoulder with augh and pulled thetter over: If you want to transform into a dragon, our ce as a soaring dragon is up somewhere higher. That ce is a huge spring. Thats where we go for dips. Now, however, I think that we should maintain our normal form. After all, I think Nier and Lucia will be eager to see you.


    You mean the exact opposite. I dont want to see her, corrected Nier, hostilely. Its been a long time, but I still remember what you dragons did to my husband back then, and I can remember your ridiculous request. Thats why I dont like you in any respect.


    Nier, she just helped Troy avoid a troublesome mess.


    If I have to ept every woman who ever helped my husband, my husband would have countless women by now. Irina may have helped my husband, but thats not a reason for me to forgive her. I remember everything she previously did.


    I understand, responded Sylvanas.


    Sylvanas gave Nier a smile. She pulled Irina into her embrace then looked at Nier and Lucia, who both appeared somewhat hostile. She expressed, I dont think theres any need for you to look at Irina so hostilely. Its in the past, so let it be. Its pointless for you to adamantly cling to what happened back then. Also, while Im on that topic, I was the victim in the incident, yet Ive chosen to forgive. Its pointless for you to be angry with her. Irinas son has grown up and is also adorable. Irina didnte here topete with you for Troy. In fact, shes been taking care of her son all this time, so she has no intention of disturbing your lives. Do you understand what Im trying to say now that Ive put it that way?


    Lucia scoffed, Whatever this dragon did, she should stay in the North. Seeing as she doesnt n to cling to my husband, why did shee over now? Could something have happened to you dragons in the North? You want to stay by my husbands side now?


    Irina fearfully stammered, No!! I just just came to talk about my son I do not intend topete with you. I never have


    Sylvanas chided, You are a dragon when ites down to it. Why are you so afraid? You didnt do anything wrong, either. Look at Ling Yue. Isnt she sitting there as if its natural to be there?


    Ling Yue wagged her tail and hopelessly smiled: Dont drag me into your affairs. Im a mistress, but Ive admitted to it. More importantly, my husband and I sincerely love each other. I didnt want to say that in Nier and Lucias presence, but Im not in the same boat as Irina.


    Im sure Troy also has feelings for Irina. But nheless, Irina wasnt in the wrongst time. She has also shown you due respect. You have no need to look at her with such a hostile gaze. Even Vyvyan and Elizabeth could ept me, so why cant you two? You dont need to worry about Irina. Shell return to the North after this. You should be friendly with her on this vacation.


    If we werent friendly to her, we wouldnt have allowed her toe here with us.Nier let out a long sigh as though she surrendered. She then sunk further into the water and, in a barely-audible voice, asked, How is your son? How is thest dragon?


    Ah! Raul is very well, very well. He has always been a kind, obedient and sensible child. He has grown up and can do some things on his own now.


    Nier asked, What ns do you haven, then?


    Lucia looked at Nier and Irina with a look of surprise. She never thought Nier would initiate a conversation with Irina. That, to her, was a form of betrayal to her and Troy. She pondered, Has Nier epted the dragon? She was against it before. What, those few words were enough to convince her to ept the dragon?


    I hope King Troy can provide him with a job in the Imperial Pce. I have always been training him. His swordy is incredible, and he is very strong  courtesy of his dragon gics. He, therefore, is a perfect candidate to protect King Troy. I want for my son to be able to work by his fathers side. He cannot be without a father forever. He should have a father guiding him in life. That is also his dream. He wants to work with his hero. I did tell him that he could not publicise his identity, though. Only in private, private


    Yeah? Private I dont think Daisy will be too happy because protecting her father is her duty.


    Their duties do not sh, imed Irina.


    Irina quickly tried to exin herself to Nier, but Nier didnt intend to continue the discussion. Thus, she stood up and listened in to the other side. Nier reported, I think His Majesty has finished his bath and has left. I suppose we wont be able to disturb him tonight To be honest, Im quite jealous. Why does he have to spend the first night with Her Majesty?


    Her Highness and Her Majesty are his mothers. Naturally, they have the right to spend some intimate time with their son. Plus, I believe they wont cross the line, for theyre venerated monarchs. They are King Troys mothers, not some strange women.


    Lucia looked unbothered. Nier mused, Her Majesty missed out on seeing King Troy grow up, so its reasonable for her to want to spend time alone with her sonter in life. Moreover, since shes his mother, theres no way shed cross the line with him


    Okay now, Irina, lets go somewhere else. I want to clean my scales. Sylvanas stood up without any misgivings.


    Lucia enviously scanned Sylvanas tall and curvaceous physique. She looked down at her petite body and sighed. She wasnt t-chested. She actually had quite the size for her height. She wanted to grow more, nevertheless. Upon further contemtion, she thought, If His Highness likes girls who are tall and have voluptuous bodies, yet still loves me, then that proves his love for me transcends physical love.


    Lucias rationalisation brightened up her mood.