Nova, Ive been aning to ask, Sharda said. She was lying on her stomach next to Nova, the two of them in a lush valley. Her torso rose, and she gestured around with her paw. Why is there such a strong ward around the area? It was quite tricky for to get in.
Oh, Nova said, not lifting his head off his front paws. Grimmoldesser set that up. Hes protecting his egg.
Shardas eyes nearly fell out of her head. His what?
His egg.
That he found? Sharda asked. Does it belong to so sort of rare creature?
No, no, Nova said. Grimmoldesser found a mate.
What kind of apocalyptic monstrosity did he mate with?
A small smile appeared on Novas face. A holy dragon, he said and nodded. Shes actually quite nice and living in that cave over there. He pointed at the cliffside across the valley. But shes very territorial right now, so you dont want to enter her residence.
A holy dragon? Grimmoldesser? Sharda tilted her head and blinked three tis. Did he brainwash her? Perhaps hes holding her parents hostage? Should we save her?
No, no. Nova said and patted Shardas back with his wing. She actually loves him. And shes not brainwashed. I think. Everyone has soone out there wholl love theven soone like Grimmoldesser.
I dont believe it, Sharda said, shaking her head and shivering. Her wings flapped twice before settling against her sides. A holy dragon falling in love with Grimmoldesser. Next youll be telling pigs can fly.
Nova rubbed his chin. About that. You havent t your great-grandson or great-great-granddaughter yet, have you?
My what?
Nova cupped his paws around his mouth. Snuffles! Floofykins! Co say hi to Vurs grandmother.
Out of a nearby cave, Snuffles ca out with a blue phoenix perched on his back. Floofykins followed behind, skipping while flapping her wings. She flew into the air and darted straight for Nova, tackling his snout. Nova chuckled and patted Floofykins head with the tip of his claw. This is Floofykins, Vurs granddaughter. He pointed at Snuffles, ignoring Shardas frigid expression. And thats Snuffles, Vurs son.
My lineage has been passed down to a pig? Sharda asked, her voice low.
Boar, Nova said. Snuffles is a boar. You can tell by the way he looks. I was surprised at first too, but once you hang around them, they grow on you. He smiled and scratched Floofykins back, her eyes closed in bliss. Look at how cute she is. And other than Prika, theyre the only ones keeping this lonely old dragon company.
Sharda smiled a smile that looked more like a grimace. Hello, Floofykins.
Floofykins waved at Sharda with her front leg. Sharda cleared her throat. Speaking of grandchildren, she said, doing her best to make eye contact with Nova while ignoring the blue boar sitting on his snout. Kaela actually had four children not too long ago. Why dont you co over to my continent and say hi to them?
Novas eyes lit up. Oh? I have more grandkids than just Vur? What do they look like? What are their nas?
Sharda bead. The oldest is nad Alora. She looks exactly like Sera and Kaela did when they were young. Shes a bit brash and a little clumsy, but shes adorable. Sharda patted Snuffles rump when he walked up to her and gave him an awkward smile. And then theres the triplets, Eldest, Bonnie, and Youngest. Alora calls them the annoying trio, and even Kaela and her mate are starting to call them that as well.
Wait, Nova said. Their nas are Eldest and Youngest?
Thats right, Sharda said. Alora nad them.
Nova raised an eyebrow. Isnt Alora just a child? Why would you and Kaela let her na them? No, why would you even keep those nas?
Do you not like them? Sharda asked, furrowing her brow. If you were there to see how excited Alora was about having siblings, you wouldnt have had the heart to refuse her request to na them as well. She looked so happy and proud.
Im sure thats fine and dandy and all, but now two of our grandkids are stuck with the nas Youngest and Eldest, Nova said. Please tell that Eldest is actually the oldest amongst the three at the very least.
Sharda rolled her eyes. Aloras a child, not stupid, she said. Of course shed na the oldest Eldest.
Youre making your favoritism for Alora quite apparent, Nova said.
What? Sharda reared her head back. Favoritism? I love all my grandchildren quite equally.
You didnt seem to like Snuffles and Floofykins that much, Nova said, his voice monotonous. Floofykins nodded and wrinkled her snout at Sharda.
I dont know what youre talking about, Sharda said. She glared at Nova. Are you coming back with to see your grandchildren or not?
Of course, of course, Nova said. When should we go? Now?
Can I co too? Prika asked, sticking her head out of her cave. And you know, Im single, right? While were there, maybe, you could, uh, you know, introduce to so devilishly handso dragons whore perfect but also happen to be single due to circumstances and not a personality defect? Thatd be great. I dont think Im asking for much.
No, you stay ho and watch the roost, Nova said.
Seriously?
Mhm.
But Leilas here! Shell kill anyone that even cos close to her eggIm definitely not needed, Prika said. And Grimmy left behind that weird spell; no one will even show up in the first place. Why dont you let co with? She pouted, and her gaze landed on Snuffles. Look, even Snuffles got lucky with a mate. Are you really going to let rot here in my singledom?
I dont see why we cant take her, Sharda said. As long as she doesnt do anything stupid, it should be fine.
That might be asking for a little too much, Nova said and stroked his chin.
Prika blinked three tis. Excuse ? Hello? Im right here? Are you really going to call dumb to my face?
Youre not dumb, Nova said and clicked his tongue. Youre just very hormonally driven right now. And hormones can cause you to do stupid things.
Your face is hormonally driven, Prika said. I maintain a sane and rational mind every single second of every single day. Im going to follow you two whether you like it or not.
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