It was the middle of the night.
The Dragon Palace was shrouded in an eerie silence as the crystal waters of the lake surrounding it glimmered in the moonlight. The air was thick .
As if it was tensed with a sense of anticipation, as if something magical was about to happen.
Suddenly, the water on the lake began to ripple and swirl, as if something was stirring beneath the surface.
The dragons stirred in their slumber,their senses picking up the change in the air consistency of the Dragon Realm.
"What's going on?" asked a young dragon, his scales bristling with excitement.
"I don't know," replied an elder dragon, her eyes fixed on the lake. "But I sense that something magical is happening."
One by one every dragon in the kingdom began pouring in. They gathered around the lake, each looking at the other's face with question in their eyes. Unable to make out what really was happening in front of them.
As they watched, a single stem began to rise from the center of the lake, reaching up towards the sky. As it rose, it began to blossom into a magnificent flower, its petals shimmering with a a superior glow of rainbow colours, reflecting all over the water droplets.
The dragons gasped in awe, their eyes fixed on the magnificent spectacle before them.
"It is the Crystal Petal Flower.
A rare and magical plant that blooms only once in a million years."
Master announced as the crowd turned their heads towards him. The crowd parted as he made his way forward, walking solemnly towards the spot of the miracle.
As news of the bloom spread throughout the kingdom, the dragons flocked to the place. They gathered around the flower, each eager to catch a glimpse of its beauty and be a witness to the miracle. They whispered in hushed tones, wondering what magical powers the flower possessed and what wonders it might bring.
"It's said that the Crystal Petal Flower brings great fortune and happiness to those who witness it," said an elder dragon, her voice full of reverence.
"It's a sign of good things to come," added another dragon, his eyes fixed on the shimmering petals.
The place was buzzing with excitement as the Crystal Petal Flower began to bloom. Its petals shimmered in the moon light and emitted a sweet fragrance that filled the air. Dragons of all sizes and colors gathered around to witness this rare spectacle.
"Have you ever seen anything like this?" asked a young dragon, his eyes wide with wonder.
"No, not in my lifetime," replied another elder dragon, probably his grandmother.
As the petals opened wider, a bright light shone from within, illuminating the entire palace. Suddenly, from the center of the flower, a figure began to emerge.
"It's a dragon!" exclaimed another young dragon.
But as the figure emerged fully, the dragons gasped in shock.
"Is it really her?" whispered an old dragon, tears welling up in his eyes.
"It must be!" exclaimed a young dragon, a note of excitement in his voice. "The Crystal Petal Flower has brought her back to life!"
"This is truly a miracle," said an elder dragon, her voice full of reverence. "The magic of the Crystal Petal Flower is beyond anything we can understand."
As the dragons marveled at the sight before them, the petals of the flower began to fall, drifting down to the ground like snowflakes. The atmosphere was filled with a gentle melody as each petal touched the ground.
As the last petal of the Crystal Petal Flower fell away, the figure emerged from within, her scales shimmering in the light. She stood there for a moment, blinking in the bright light of the palace, her movements slow and uncertain.
At first, she seemed unsure of herself, almost like a newborn taking its first steps. Her movements were unsteady and unstable, and her scales seemed to shift and change as she moved.
But as she took a few tentative steps forward, her movements became more confident, and her features began to settle into place. Her scales shone with a bright and vibrant hue, and her eyes glimmered with a renewed sense of life.
The dragons watched in awe as she stepped out of the flower, her movements graceful and fluid a before. With each step, her scales seemed to become more vibrant and alive, shimmering in the light of the moon.
And as she stepped out of the flower completely, the stalk draped itself over her, like a fine silken garment. She stumbled a little at first, her feet unaccustomed to the solid ground after so many years . But she quickly regained her balance and stood tall, looking around at the dragons who had gathered to witness her rebirth.
"It's really her," whispered an elder dragon, her voice full of wonder." It's our Dragon Queen. "
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Kiara- The dragon Queen
Kiara's eyes flickered open.
She took a deep breath, feeling the cool air of the dragon realm fill her lungs for the first time in what seemed like an eternity. Her senses slowly started to awaken, and she became aware of the world around her, slowly but steadily.
At first, she felt disorientated, not quite sure where she was or how long she had been gone. She blinked her eyes, trying to clear her vision, and took a few deep breaths, trying to steady herself. Slowly but surely, her memories started to return, and she remembered her fiery end and her eyes popped open with a jolt.
At that realisation, she lets out a low, guttural growl, her anger building as she remembered the betrayal that led to her death. Her scales, once a vibrant shade of emerald green, started glinting with an intense red hue, a reflection of her simmering rage.
As she slowly roses to her feet, her powerful muscles flexing, she stretched out her wings, feeling the weight of what seemed like, centuries of sleep falling away. She tests each limb carefully, feeling the power coursing through her veins once more, and the feeling was invigorating.
As the Petals dropped off, one after the other, she softly stepped out on the ground. As the stalk,clothed her,she let out a deafening roar, the sound echoing across the landscape, announcing her return and her intention to reign once more.
Her roar, made everyone around, take a back foot.Even Master looked a little worried at the outburst of her immense power.
She was a dragon, reborn. A feat that was as unheard of as the sun rising with the moon.
There was no telling if she was the same person or she just shared the same face with the former Dragon Queen.
Just then, as if nullifying all their fears, Damian came flying from the palace with his care takers,closely following behind. Kiara's heart soared as she saw her son Damian rushing towards her. She swooped down, her wings wrapping around him, pulling him in close. She nuzzled her snout against his, feeling the warmth of his breath, and tears started to trickle down her face.
"Mommy, is that really you?" Damian asked, his voice trembling with emotion.
"Yes, my dear boy," Kiara replied, her voice choked with tears. "I have returned to you."
Damian threw his arms around her neck, squeezing her tightly. "I missed you so much, Mommy. I thought I'd never see you again," he sobbed as everyone watched, mesmerised.
The lad was seperated from his biological mother from the moment he was born, or so they thought.
Kiara rubbed her snout against his cheek, trying to soothe him. "Shh, my little one. I'm here now. And I will never leave you again."
Damian pulled back, his eyes locking onto hers. "But how? How did you come back to life?And why does your face look different?" he asked, confusion etched on his face.
The crowd fell silent at that question. Kiara's face was just like what it used to be before. Was the little Damian mistaking his biological mother for his foster one?
Kiara's eyes softened, and she took a deep breath, preparing to tell him something.
" I will tell you everything Damian. I promise. But I will need our time and place to do that. "
She pointed towards the on looking crowd.
Damian looks up at her and then threw himself into her embrace once more. "I don't care how it happened. I'm just so happy to have you back," he said, his voice muffled against her chest.
Kiara held him tightly, never wanting to let him go. "I love you so much, Damian. I promise I will always be with you, no matter what," she said, her voice full of conviction.
Damian pulled back again, looking up at her with teary eyes. "I love you too, Mommy," he said, before wrapping his arms around her neck once more.
The two of them stay like that for what seemed like hours, holding each other close, tears streaming down their faces. The joy of their reunion was overwhelming.
But then suddenly Kiara looked up at Master and asked,
" Where is my husband? Where is your Dragon Lord?Where is my Draco? "