Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2017 11:59:11 -0400
From: Tripp Savidge <trippsavidge@gmail.com>
Subject: Dancing with the Dragon, Chapter 29: Moon Festival

This is a work of fiction, and contains scenes of explicit gay sex. Any
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Dancing with the Dragon: Chapter 29, Moon Festival, Copyright 2017 Tripp
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Dancing with the Dragon
Chapter 29: Moon Festival
by Tripp Savidge

*   Scene 1   *

Skye sat down with a plate of food and couldn't help but smile. He was
surrounded by most of his wing. He did feel a pang of guilt for Zo-verna,
one of his wing who wouldn't be able to join them for some time. He knew
that the punishment had begun as soon as he had felt the bond closed off.
While he couldn't feel Zo-verna's torment, just having the connection
removed was an uncomfortable reminder. But, the others were here and Skye
could distract himself with all the good feelings they were generating.
Even made getting out of bed almost worth it, he thought. Though it had
been a monumental struggle - five more minutes seemed like an eternity.

"Thanks Dillon, this was a wonderful idea." Skye leaned over and kissed
the elf seated next to him. "Ah, come on Dillon, quit fidgeting and eat."

"I should be serving..."

Skye glared.

"But I should. It's not proper..."

Skye glared again and this time let out a rumbling growl.

"Okay, okay... I'll eat." Dillon turned to his plate and exaggerated
taking a bite to show Skye he was complying.

The breakfast room was loud and boisterous with everyone talking and
laughing. Dillon had the idea and brought it all together with a little
help from Rilien and Willow. They'd arranged for the kitchen to set up a
breakfast buffet and managed to get most everyone there. Since there was
another day of celebration and many of the guys would be working or
attending, that part wasn't so hard.

"I don't know Skye, but I'm thinking you should keep him," Jerrick said
with a wink and a pointed look at Dillon.

"You think? He is rather pretty... nice to look at, good in bed... really
sexy..." Skye said.

"Oh really?" Jerrick gave Dillon a sultry look, letting his eyes trail up
and down as if he could see through the table.

"Most definitely Jerrick. If you've never tried elf, I highly recommend
it," Garrett piped in.

"Elves are known for their endurance, and how good they taste, they are
also famed for their ability to tame and ride almost any beast," Kleitos
said.

"Quit guys," Dillon pleaded turning bright red.

Christos and Rilien burst out laughing. Skye gave a pointed gaze to
Rilien and raised his eyebrow. Rilien's face was priceless as he picked
up on Skye's message. All the things they were teasing Dillon about,
applied to him as well. He shrank a bit and went totally silent.

"I mean he pulled this off didn't he? Getting all these bone-heads
together, that's quite an accomplishment," Jerrick said.

"Yeah, getting you to do anything is just short of a miracle," Taleel
added sitting down next to Jerrick.

"I don't know how you guys are all even functioning. Father Dragon, what
a long night," Braden said staring at his plate.

Skye was glad Braden was able to join them, but it also served as a
reminder that Venci, his other assistant, wasn't bound. Though that
certainly wasn't from a lack of interest on Venci's part.

"You do get used to it eventually," Mica offered seeing how tired Braden
looked. Even Corbin and Chaz were looking a little more beat than the
others. As some of the newest to be bonded, everyone assumed they'd be
taking it harder. Not realizing Corbin and Chaz had been up longer
working guard duty.

"No you don't. That's a lie Mica. Don't be giving the new guys false
hopes," Fiske said.

"This happens a lot?" Braden asked looking down the table as if he was
hoping someone was going to jump in and say they were just teasing.

"It doesn't seem as bad if you're distracted, right Jos?" Mica teased.

"To an extent that's true. But when it gets your detractor all worked up,
then it's just rough in a different way," Jos answered.

"You sure weren't complaining at the time," Willow accused, reaching
under the table and obviously feeling up 'his' dragon.

"I'm not complaining now either, just saying I'm no less tired. But I'm
probably a lot happier and satisfied..." Jos turned to Willow and was
caught in a very impassioned kiss that looked likely to turn into a whole
lot more.

"Ease it back Willow," Skye called out. "Pater wouldn't be happy seeing
you spread-eagle on the breakfast table."

"He and Father are taking breakfast in their room," Willow objected.

"And... he's more than likely to stop in once he's ready," Skye said.

"Oh." Willow crawled out of Jos's lap after giving another kiss. "Later
then..."

"So I take it everyone got spillover?" Garrett asked.

Every head at the table turned to Garrett with a pained nod. Then eyes
shifted to Mica.

"We... uhm... somewhat expected to feel some excitement from River and
Nikias. What, with the bonding and all, and since we're already connected
to them. Though they may have worked themselves up a little more than
usual. But when you add that all night orgy to what we picked up from you
two... it was rough." Mica looked at his cohorts and then started again.
"I'm not speaking for everyone, but some of us are a little worried."

"You can speak for me and Taleel too Mica. I think we're all concerned,"
Jerrick added.

"Concerned about what?" Garrett asked.

Skye already knew, he could read it clearly - even without trying. Since
every man in the room was connected to him and most, with the exception
of Garrett, thinking the same thing.

"They're a little freaked out that we bound a vampire into our wing,"
Skye said.

"Yeah... I mean we understood it wouldn't just be us dragons. And believe
me no one is more thrilled to have them - but a vampire?" Mica explained.

"Won't Lord Eluf flip out when he finds out you chose one of his vampires
and marked him? Don't you like, have to get permission for that?" Jos
asked.

Skye caught the glance that Chaz and Corbin shared. He reached out with
his mind to verify where the servants were and once he was sure no one
was within hearing range, he spoke.

"This is rather delicate so I'm going to ask for everyone's discretion.
Please going forward, refer to him as 'Erik' whenever there is discussion
that might be overheard. As hopefully you've all come to realize, I don't
control who my magic recognizes or calls to me. All I can say is that for
a reason unknown to me, my dragon and my magic were adamant about
claiming him. His brood and his clans must not know the details."

**Erik? Where'd that come from Skye?** Garrett asked mind-to-mind.

**I'll tell you later,**Skye responded.

"So who is this mystery vampire?" Jerrick asked.

"It is Eluf Sorenson."

A collective gasp sounded around the table.

"You're fucking kidding? Just messing with us right?" Taleel asked.

"No. And that's probably why you all felt it as much as you did. He's
bound to us and you will come to know and understand things that are for
our wing alone."

"This won't start a war or something?" Mica asked.

"It shouldn't and who knows? Perhaps in some way this prevents some
future war or calamity we don't even know about. There is a
complication."

"You just claimed and bound the king of the vampires and you say there's
a complication?" Jerrick said in disbelief.

"There is. Because of the bond to us, and the dragon blood, and my magic
flowing in his veins, he can only be sustained by feeding on dragons,"
Skye explained.

"So what? We're now food?" Feired asked.

"I assure you Feired, it is much better than you imagine and while it may
cost you some blood I think you'll find the... compensation far outweighs
the cost. Eventually he'll find and build up his own sources. But we will
always taste best..."

Skye held up a hand as he felt a servant approaching. The dragi checked
over the buffet to make sure everything was still stocked and then left
again.

"So what do you need from us sir?" Corbin asked.

"Discretion and a willingness to donate if I ask," Skye answered. "But
hopefully today will be quiet and no special services required."

"We'll be sticking with you and Garrett again today," Chaz offered.

"The rest of us will be with the happy couple," Mica added. "Speaking of
whom, did they survive the night?"

Skye laughed. "Yeah, I checked on them before I came down. They were
having breakfast served in the room."

"Fortunately, he checked on them from afar. After what he and River did
to Nik, I'm not sure he'd have escaped if he stopped by in person,"
Garrett said.

"What did you do?" Braden asked looking around at the others in
confusion.

"My mate used his powers for evil," Garrett joked, then seeing the
confusion on Braden's face, he continued. "You know how Skye can affect
your body with his mind?"

Braden went beet red and nodded.

"Don't sweat it Braden, several of us have been victims of Skye's
'special' attention. Get Dillon or Jos to tell you about when Skye first
got his powers," Mica said.

"Maybe another time," Skye said.

"Anyway, Skye used his... abilities, to help keep Nik aroused while River
flirted, teased, and flashed my poor brother. Nik could barely think
straight by the time we got to the service and then Skye kept it up
through the reception. So by last night when Nik finally got his chance
at River, there was some serious pent-up demand."

"And Nik knew Skye was doing this?" Braden asked.

"Yeah, we can feel it through our bond with him," Mica piped in.

There was a lull as everyone went into their own memories.

"And to think, tomorrow we'll all be back in training..." Feired said.

"Aren't you just a ray of sunshine," Corbin responded as everyone went
back to finishing their meal.

"You okay? You look sad." Garrett ran his hand over Skye's shoulder as he
spoke.

"Just thinking how nice it would have been if grandma and grandpa could
have seen River's big day. I've totally lost track of time. I'm not sure
how long we've been gone or even what month it is back on Earth."

"I can tell you," Braden said pulling his sleeve back and bringing up a
mini holo.

"That's so cool," Dillon remarked. "How'd you do that?"

"It's the latest bio-communicator. You can upgrade if you like it. It
lets you tie into a number of the systems and has a pretty decent
projector so you don't need a separate hand-held. Not great in bright
daylight but most of the time it's pretty clear. Given the stuff you do
for Skye, it might come in handy. Venci got me hooked up, I'm sure he'd
do the same for you."

"Skye, today on Earth it is December 20." Braden said before closing down
his unit.

"Wow... almost Christmas. Wait... do you celebrate Christmas on Draga?"
Skye asked turning to look at Garrett.

Garrett gave him a big smile. "We always have. Pater was raised with a
few simple traditions that he's always followed. Lots of bond-mates have
come from Earth so it's not hard to find stuff. We can celebrate however
you want."

"Okay, I'll talk to Pater. Do you mind?"

"If it makes you happy, not at all." Garrett smirked at Skye before
speaking mind to mind. **Is this a celebration that includes extra sex? I
like those best.**

"For you? Absolutely."

Garrett leaned in and kissed Skye. **Then I absolutely insist we
celebrate.**


*   Scene 2   *

Skye held Garret's hand as he sipped the sparkling wine and listened to
the music. He wasn't exactly sure what to call it. It didn't fit with any
style he could think of and what that woman, well... he thought she was a
woman, could do with her voice was amazing. At first he thought it would
be more like opera and then she started doing this warbling thing and the
band picked up the pace and added heavy percussion. Wow... it was like
getting a shot of adrenalin.

The day of celebration and the dinner had been peacefully uneventful. The
performers were good, if not great, and the food excellent. Soon they'd
change the acts to allow for an evening of dancing.

Skye felt a tap on his shoulder and looked up to see Nikias giving him a
smile as he stood behind him.

"Dance?"

Skye gave him a skeptical look then sought out his brother, River. He was
still seated and gave him a wink and a smile.

"Go ahead babe, I'll go see if River will dance with me," Garrett said as
he stood.

"You haven't been avoiding me, have you?" Nik asked as he pulled Skye
onto the dance floor and then into his arms, pressing his body tightly
against Skye's.

"Of course not. This is your time with River."

"I danced with you on your bonding day and you didn't seem to mind. I'm
feeling a little shunned."

Skye tried to keep his thoughts clear. Damn but I hate dragon chemistry,
Skye thought as his body quickly responded to Nik's proximity. He rather
liked how it worked with Garrett, but his body made only minor
distinctions between his mate and the brothers who were also such close
genetic matches. Worse was knowing that they felt the same attraction.

"You're really hard..." Nik whispered directly into Skye's ear as they
promenaded on the floor. "If I slid my hand down your ass would I find
you as wet as I am?" His hot breath sending shivers down Skye's spine.

"Nik..." Skye practically gasped feeling Nik's erection pressed against
his own.

"I owe you. You and River... driving me almost insane with lust."

"I'm sure River took good care of you," Skye said still struggling not to
react to his own lust.

"We had a very good night and I fucked him and rode him until he passed
out, but I'm still horny. Maybe it takes two of you to satisfy me?"

Skye glanced around nervously. Nik was whispering but they were
surrounded by people. "Part of the dragon change..." Skye gasped as he
felt Nik's hand slide under the tail of his jacket and down over his ass
- possessively exploring the crack where the tights outlined his cheeks.

"You know all about that. I bet you're just as worked up as I am. Maybe
you and my big brother could help me. After all, you got me to this
point..."

Nik's fingers gave a little push and Skye could feel the pressure at his
entrance. He had to bite his tongue to keep the moan from escaping.

"Once River passes out tonight, I may stop over... be ready for me..."
Nik discreetly nipped at Skye's neck and then playfully bit his earlobe.
"Later..."

Skye felt dazed and his knees threatened to give out as Nik stepped away.
Fortunately his next partner had a firm grip and immediately pulled him
in and led with confidence.

"Deep breaths son, I've got you," Darius said with humor in his voice.

Skye felt his face blush as he just now realized he was dancing with the
Emperor. "Sorry."

"Don't be. Argos saw what was happening and sent me to the rescue. We
know our sons Skye. And let's be honest, you are pretty irresistible. But
maybe next time you and River play this game you'll remember that the
D'Or Drakken boys have no inhibitions. So don't play by Earth or human
rules when you're up against dragons."

"Doesn't that change since I'm now dragon too? Skye asked, finally
feeling his mind clear and his lust fade to something bearable.

"Not when you continue to think like a human. That's why Argos sent me
over. If your next dance partner also fed your lust it might have pushed
your dragon over the edge."

"Yeah..." Skye conceded knowing that he was already close to grabbing
Garrett and finding a dark corner.

"You feeling better now?"

"Thank you, yes."

"Good. After the festivities tonight, Argos and I would like for you and
Garrett to spend some time with us."

"Certainly. We don't have any other plans."

"Good. Enjoy yourself," Darius stepped back with a shallow bow and gave
Skye a smile.

Skye turned to find himself face to face with Queen Caladwen. Even with
her dazzling smile and ethereal beauty He felt his stomach flip, his
dragon alert and restless.

"Queen Caladwen," Skye greeted with a slight bow as he lifted her
extended hand.

"You look incredibly... delicious... Prince Skye."

"Ah... Thank you. And you are as beautiful as always," he responded.

"Always the consummate gentleman. But I do wonder..." Caladwen let her
words fade as they danced. She seemed to be more intent on who was
watching her than Skye or the dance itself.

"Wondering what?"

"Where is the sex-starved rogue? The fiery and passionate lover that they
whisper about? I only get to see the suave and diplomatic prince. I want
to see the man who is so hot that men orgasm at his feet without ever
feeling his touch."

"I'm afraid someone has been filling your lovely head with fantasies, My
Lady."

Caladwen turned her cold blue eyes on him making Skye feel exposed and
vulnerable.

"I don't think so Prince Skye."

Skye tried to concentrate on the dance as his mind scrambled for how to
recover. How could she know? His men would never speak of what happened?
Even among themselves they spoke around it, never saying explicitly what
had happened. But yet, she obviously knew. Dragon, what do I say?

"How could a true gentleman ever lay claim to such boastful accounts?
Please forgive me Queen Caladwen, but that seems... quite improper." Skye
delivered the words silently thanking his dragon for the help.

"Perhaps not boastful if true. You must show me."

Skye felt a lump form in his throat. And to think I thought she was the
most beautiful woman I'd ever seen. A protective disguise for the viper
underneath. "And create a scandal? That wouldn't be good for either of
us. We are both mated after all."

Queen Caladwen laughed. It was a joyous, light, and pleasant sound that
would have made Skye smile if he couldn't read the thoughts underneath.
But it, like her beauty was part of the facade.

"Oh Prince Skye, you can be so amusing. I assure you my husband knows not
to interfere in my love life. He has his lovers, I have mine. The fae all
know this. And you, you're mated to a dragon. Dragons are known for
sharing. It actually makes them love their mate all the more. But tell
me, have you taken Gilian yet?"

"Of course not!" Skye almost shouted then swallowed the sound so it came
out just above a whisper.

"If she ever acted like a woman, you might find her appealing. She is a
bit acerbic and brash. Maybe if you just fuck her it will make her more
pleasant."

"She's your granddaughter!"

"Yes. What? Does my honesty surprise you? She's a very difficult girl,
not like Dillon at all."

"Well I can promise you, I have no such designs on Gilian."

"Too bad. I really think a good fuck would help her and given your skills
I'm sure she'd like it."

"We'll just never know," Skye was getting more uncomfortable by the
second. He was fencing with a professional and felt that the slightest
slip would put him in deep trouble.

"But I'll know." Queen Caladwen said as she pulled him into a kiss,
forcing his mouth open with her tongue and holding him tight while she
raped his mouth.

Skye's eyes went wide and he let out a small gasp when she released him.
He was so stunned he couldn't form words and his dragon was fit to be
tied.

"Thank you for the dance Prince Skye, and all the lovely images for the
holos." She stepped away and into Ambassador Conkin's arms for the next
dance.

"Really Skye? I'm starting to question your tastes," Garrett said
stepping in to take Queen Caladwen's place.

"You... you..." Skye sputtered.

**Relax and let me lead. Yes, I followed all of it. We'll ask Father when
we meet with him later.**

**I feel so... violated. In a sick sort of way even more than when the
slavers used me.**

**I'm sorry Skye. I have no idea what she's up to.**

Skye recovered fairly quickly in Garrett's arms and tried to enjoy their
time together. Part of him wanted to whine and complain about the
manipulation and games. How people kept trying to use him, but in
Garrett's arms he also knew that his mate had endured it for his entire
life. This is what it meant to be part of the royal family and given
Skye's relatively short period of 'suffering', he told himself to move
on. It wasn't too much later before Garrett drew Skye's attention to a
new arrival.

"He's back."

Skye saw Lord Eluf coming down the stairs from the side entrance, he
looked... stunning. There was a new woman on his arm, still a vampire,
but fortunately not Anna. Lord Eluf must have sensed Skye's attention as
he seemed to search the crowd - then spotting Skye he smiled and nodded.

"Garrett, would you mind if I danced with him?"

"Not at all. He looks good Skye. Better than I ever remember him being.
If I didn't know, I don't think I'd be able to tell he was a vampire."

They finished the dance, allowing Lord Eluf to at least have the first
one undisturbed with his escort.

"Lord Eluf, may I have the honor?" Skye asked holding out his hand.

Lord Eluf turned and smiled, then gave a deep bow. "One could never
refuse the honor of dancing with Prince Skye. Excuse me my love. Perhaps
you would do me the privilege of dancing with Prince Garrett while I
sweep away his mate?"

"As you wish Lord Eluf," her voice was flat and indifferent to the
request.

"You look very handsome this evening," Skye remarked. Eluf was back to
being a Norse god. Tall, sculpted, and beautiful. His cleft chin alone
might make women swoon. Eluf's bright blond hair was immaculate and
lustrous, his blue eyes sparkled with mischief and as Garrett had noted,
he looked fully human. His skin was even warm and had a sun-kissed glow
set off by his tailored ivory suit.

"Thanks to you."

"Any issues?"

"A few... let us say... personal challenges. But otherwise no. I have a
meeting to discuss your proposed partnership with my clan leaders. I
think they will see the benefits of having Imperial support, even if I do
have to play nice with the royals."

"I'm sorry our support comes with such strenuous burdens," Skye said.

Skye felt Eluf stiffen a moment before he relaxed again. "I will adjust,
as you say. I have existed a very long time Prince Skye, and have become
quite comfortable in my ways of thought. Turning it all upside down takes
some getting used to... even if other parts of me are quite on board."

Skye smiled and embraced Eluf just a bit tighter. He could feel the
vampire lord's erection clearly pressed between them. It had come to life
almost as soon as they touched. Skye was also aware of Eluf's thoughts
and his internal battle between mind and body. His body was indeed on
board and kept sending him reminders of how good those 'heinous'
activities had felt.

"Please let me know if there is any way we can assist you in making this
arrangement more comfortable for you. Once you've obtained agreement from
your clans, of course. I'll make sure my assistant sends you my personal
contact information."

"You are too kind, Prince Skye."

"Not at all. I like seeing you like this and want to make sure you are
well taken care of so we get the most out of our collaboration. May I
ask... I notice you have a different escort this evening?"

"Ah yes. Brittany, one of my own fledglings. Lovely but not too bright.
She makes a nice arm decoration and is a decent if uninspired bed
partner. I'm afraid Anna had an emergency off planet and had to rescind
our engagement."

"I'm sorry, I hope you weren't too disappointed."

Lord Eluf leaned in and whispered into Skye's ear. "I think she was quite
disappointed to find her trip to the stars did not include a ship."

Skye looked at Eluf in surprise and mind-spoke before he even realized he
hadn't done so with Eluf before. **You spaced her?**

Lord Eluf laughed. **It's true then... not just a rumor that you can
speak mind-to-mind. A voice in my head really shouldn't stir me so, but
by the gods Skye you make me feel young again. Yes I spaced her. Pushed
her out the air lock myself and made sure she got to see the sun come
around Draga in all its glory.**

**My apologies for mind-speaking. I should have asked your permission
first.**

**No, don't be. It's perfect. I already could feel you in my head, this
just feels... right. I am still struggling, but hear me Skye... I am not
sorry for this decision. I haven't stopped thinking about what you and
Garrett... about what happened. It might just take me a while to accept
quite how much I liked it.**

**Well I hope you do accept it because I'd certainly like to do it
again,** Skye sent.

The music paused and Lord Eluf stepped back with a bow. "Thank you, Your
Majesty."

Even with the unusual events, Skye still found that he enjoyed the
celebration and all too soon was sitting in Darius's study with Garrett.

"I think all in all that was a tremendous success," Pater said handing
tumblers with a finger of a florescent aqua liquid to Garrett and Skye.

"It was beautiful and this time I actually got to enjoy most of it," Skye
said taking a sip of the strong alcohol.

"No deaths or attempted murder," Pater said taking a seat across from
them.

Well, not counting Anna but that wasn't actually at the ceremony, Skye
thought. Skye's mind wandered thinking about Lord Eluf and what they'd
done. Oddly enough he didn't feel guilty - but he did wonder what it all
meant and why his magic had picked the vampire.

"... thinking of adding a were-dagger chair. Might look nice by the
desk," Darius said watching Skye.

"What?" Skye asked in surprise realizing he'd zoned out. Then laughed
realizing what Father had said and remembering how gullible he'd been the
first time he'd visited his study.

"No were-dagger chair?" Darius asked.

"Not Chaz, if that's who you were thinking," Skye clarified.

"Oh goodness no. That boy's way too hot to sacrifice for a chair. I
wouldn't mind sitting on him but I'd want all his pieces and parts
intact. No I was thinking of Vetha."

"Darius!" Argos scolded in mock outrage. "We do not discuss our fantasies
in front of the boys."

"Oh my love, forgive me. But I do see why Skye wanted Chaz. If you liked
men, you'd be thinking the same."

"I certainly would not."

"Well anyway... it's so unlike a veteran like Vetha to lose his composure
and make a scene like that. Surely he knew it couldn't have been more
public. Did you check with Chaz, is he doing well?"

"Yes, he's fine. He knew his decision would cause a stir but thought the
experience was worth it," Skye answered.

"He certainly seems happy, and I've got to say he's one of the most
protective of Skye's guards," Garrett added. "I pity anyone who he thinks
is a danger to Skye."

"You might consider how to take advantage of that. Each of your men have
different skills, if you start taking advantage of those abilities and
putting them in positions where they excel, it will build their self-
confidence and make them feel good about their contributions," Pater
said.

"That reminds me. I'd still like to find a better or different way for
Dillon to serve. Being my steward just seems demeaning for a fae prince,"
Skye said.

"Former prince. While Queen Caladwen may have ulterior motives, she still
legally disowned and banished him from the court," Darius clarified.

"I will think on it Skye." Argos took a sip of his drink and then looked
directly at Skye. "And this new development?"

"I have no idea. It could be a day or two before we get the results on
who he is changing for." Skye wasn't surprised in the least that Father
and Pater already knew of Dillon's condition. It was probably an unusual
enough event that they were told immediately.

"I damned well wish we knew what the Oracle said. This might be tied up
in all that and if we knew what it was, it might give us a clue of what
direction to take," Darius said.

"Patience dear. We will take one step at a time and make decisions
accordingly. I'm sure Skye and Garrett are just as unnerved by this
development as we are. But I dare say we have the intelligence and
resources to deal with it regardless. I still have my people working on
the 'prophecy' so let's not give up just yet."

"Thank you Pater."

"Was there something in particular you wanted to talk to us about
Father," Garrett asked.

"Several things actually. With you both returning to training tomorrow
and the Moon Festival only two days away, we wanted to make sure we
caught up while we had the chance. First question is how it went with
Lord Eluf? From his appearance this evening I'm thinking it must have
gone well. I've never seen him look so good."

Garrett and Skye shared a glance before Skye began. "I don't know what to
tell you. I'm not sure why the magic picks some people or what it expects
of them. It was very strong with Lord Eluf and my dragon was much more
vocal and involved than usual."

"Perhaps because of the shared bloodline?" Father asked.

"I have no idea. I'm not going to say it doesn't play a role, I just
don't know..."

"Go on..." Pater encouraged.

"As I told you when we arranged the meeting. Our plan was for me to bind
him with the magic like I have with some of my guards and others. In some
ways that was very similar and in other ways different..."

"Out with it Skye, the suspense is killing me..." Darius said.

"As you might guess, I let him take my blood so he could heal enough to
enjoy the intimacy of being bound. He was in pretty bad shape. That part
seemed to work very well. The biggest differences in the bonding were
that when we were... uhm... intimate, I allowed him to take my blood
while I filled him with Garrett's and my power. The other was that my
dragon insisted he be... dominated."

"Oh my," Darius murmured. "And he was okay with that?"

"He seemed to enjoy it very much Father," Garrett answered.

"Well... if he can bring his clans along, he would be a powerful ally.
While they have stayed out of Imperial politics they have a very strong
base and notable wealth. They have great sway - especially on the rim
worlds."

"We are presenting it as a political alliance, a partnership of us
working together to further improve relationships with the vampires."
Skye explained.

"You have several were-creatures in your retinue. I believe you're adding
a were-wolf with your new guards, in addition to Christos and Chaz. How
will they deal with a vampire? There is an ingrained distrust between
them," Argos asked.

"Chaz and Christos seem to be okay with it, but they are also both bonded
so they can feel the connection. I may need to finish Greggory's mark
sooner than expected." Skye stood and walked behind Garrett.

There was a knock at the door, the guard stepped just inside the entrance
of the study and spoke with Darius briefly.

"Boys, Argos and I asked that Tennat and Kwill join us for part of our
discussion." The door opened again and Kwill and Tennat entered.

"Thank you for joining. I thought it best if you spoke for yourselves
rather than having me interpret or restate what you've told us." Darius
took a seat and looked expectantly at the two psions.

"Where would you like us to start Your Majesty?" Tennat asked.

"Let's discuss my brother first. I'll go over what we know and you two
can elaborate." Darius turned back and Skye sat by Garrett, taking his
hand. "Tiev and Claudius seemed to have completely vacated the Palace by
the time Garrett informed Argos and we began to search. Their rooms were
cleared out and none of the servants could recall seeing them leave."

"We have since interviewed those who were on duty. There are no memories,
so it's not a case of forgetting or having them suppressed," Tennat
added.

"We've also sent our agents to their residence. It appears it was cleared
out some time ago. Whatever they planned, they did not expect to return.
It had to have been done well before they travelled here. We have no idea
where they've sequestered father or where they may be now."

"I can't say for sure that Tiev threatened me, only that it felt that
way. I believe he said something to the affect that it would be so much
easier on me if I did it willingly. I thought it wasn't even possible if
it wasn't your bond-mate?" Skye said.

"It is all quite confusing Skye," Argos said.

"Argos is right. Tiev's words are confusing because pregnancy by someone
other than your bond-mate shouldn't be possible. And if they attempted to
impregnate you under duress, success is even less likely. I can't imagine
you dragon accepting it." Darius turned and signaled to Tennat.

"His Majesty asked us to try and read both Claudius and Tiev after your
first unusual encounter. Claudius seemed fairly coherent, but Tiev... I'm
afraid we'd consider him bordering on mentally unstable. He has unusually
strong delusions and struggles separating reality from his own mental
creations."

"So you think they're capable of trying something?" Skye asked.

"From how they disappeared and how well they've hidden their trail, we
must assume that they are. But to be honest Skye, I think you're more
than a match for them. Between your telepathic abilities, your magic, and
your dragon form, you are not easy prey."

"So that's good right?"

"Yes, but if they are clever, it means they won't try something as
obvious as brute force or kidnapping," Argos added.

Well, shit. That doesn't make me feel better. Skye thought looking at the
concerned faces around him.

"So... we think it best if you keep your guards close and Kwill closer.
What really worries Father and I is what Garrett mentioned about being
cut off from you when you were speaking with Tiev. That shouldn't be
possible," Argos added.

"Correction Your Majesty. It is very possible for a psion," Kwill stated.

"A rogue psion?" Darius asked with concern.

"Possible. I will continue to work with Skye and teach him how to sense
or perhaps counteract such interference," Kwill said.

"Doesn't that also put you and Tennat at risk? Skye is still learning and
while he may not do anything intentionally..." Argos let the statement
hang unfinished.

"It is better than the alternative and to be honest, Your Majesty, Skye
is already stronger than most psions," Kwill admitted.

"Well then, we will keep up the investigation and see if we can't track
them down. Would you mind sharing what you found on your trip Kwill?"
Darius asked.

"I was able to track down the one who gave Master Kirk the orders to
attack River. Unfortunately, by the time I arrived, he was already dead.
While there is no question he was part of the conservative movement to
promote dragon superiority, they seemed to have no compunctions about
killing their own to remove the trail."

"So is there any point to investigating further?" Argos asked.

"Not as it relates to River's attack. We know the dragon supremacists are
behind it but they are well experienced in staying underground. While
they still should be eradicated, I think any leads or connections
associated with this particular incident have been exhausted for the time
being, or eliminated permanently by the supremacists."

"We'll continue our efforts." Argos stood and refilled his glass. He
turned and leaned against the bar as he spoke. "Skye, your fairy, Teak,
has done a commendable job in a short period of time. He's already given
my operatives enough information that we know the supremacists have
rigged the bond-mate matching system. We are discreetly remedying that
issue and making sure it can't happen again. Tennat and some of his
associates are helping us route out any dragons who were involved."

"More trials?" Skye asked.

"No son, not this time. We've already cleared it with the assembly
advisors and have permission to keep this 'confidential'. Those found
will be dealt with discreetly. As Argos said, the system has already been
corrected. Revealing this to the masses and letting them know how
successful the supremacists were under our own noses, would only fuel the
fear and hatred and undermine our rule."

"I've had my people advise Teak to end any of his work on this and
disappear for a bit. You may want to thank him personally; my agents were
suitably impressed. I think if you can find a way to control him, he'll
make an excellent member of your team."

"Will this help with situations like what happened with Taleel's
brother?" Skye asked.

"In time. Those who target the chromas are a small subset of the
supremacists. Most of their ire and hatred is directed to non-dragons and
how we treat the humans. Go ahead and finish your update Kwill, I think
Garrett and Skye would like to hear the rest of what you told me and
Argos."

"I was able to speak with Taleel's brother, Faleek, and his mate, Akeno.
With what I was able to retrieve from their minds I was successful in
identifying the attackers and tracking them down."

"Were they part of the hate group?" Garrett asked.

"They certainly shared some of their ideals but no, they were common
ruffians. A group of young dragons who bemoaned their lot in life and
blamed it on chromas. They had no ties to any group or religion, just a
lot of hate. Sadly not all of their victims fared as well as Akeno."

"What happened to the ruffians?" Skye asked as he pictured their brains
liquefied and running out of their noses and ears.

Kwill smiled. "No I didn't eliminate them personally. I turned them over
to the Emperor's people, where they received a very expedited trial and
were on the first transport to exile. I personally think they'll find the
penal colony much more of a punishment than anything I would have done to
them."

"Is there anything we can do to help Faleek and Akeno?" Skye asked.

Kwill looked to Darius for confirmation.

"Yes, I helped to soften the memories and the Emperor's people made sure
all of the expenses were handled. They are doing well, though I believe
they may decide to leave Caris. I know you aren't familiar with the city,
but life there is very, very different from Capital City."

"Well I guess they're still better than they were before you visited,
even if they do decide to move," Skye said.

"We'll keep our people working on the supremacist problem. Who knows,
with Tennat's help, we may yet find the ones behind River's attack - and
if they kill all their members hiding the trail, that's good too," Argos
said.

"Can we talk about the Moon Festival?" Kwill asked.

"This all makes me very nervous. Especially with what Skye has shared
about his last several encounters with Queen Caladwen. But yes Kwill,
please go on," Darius said as he refilled his drink.

"I am concerned Skye. I cannot stay with you or even enter the fae
kingdom. There is something about their magic that does not like me. It
actively attacks and repels me if I get too close. Master Quanta even
tried giving me a spelled amulet to hide me from the magic - it didn't
work. Even just extending my mind into their realm gives me a painful
backlash. When you and Garrett cross into their land, you will be on your
own."

"Garrett will be with him and I have a few contacts that will be
watching, but I agree it is not ideal. Skye, how many guards are you
permitted?" Pater asked.

"Two. Mica and Fiske. Not sure why, but the ambassador Braden spoke with
was quite specific on who I could bring."

"Seems odd. Any ideas Kwill?" Argos asked.

"They are, by dragon standards, two of the most attractive dragons and
also bonded to Skye. Corbin is as attractive, but to my mind much more
dangerous. They may feel the same. Elves are unashamedly forward on their
appreciation of beauty."

"To my knowledge and according to anything my people could dig up,
there's never been an instance where a dragon was invited - let alone
having four," Darius added with a little concern. "It makes me wonder
why."

"I'm surprised they didn't want you to bring Willow," Pater joked, trying
to lighten the mood, as he downed the last of his drink.

"They did. I declined. Dillon knew enough from what he'd seen growing up
that it was a 'really' bad idea. Female nymphs are passed around like
party favors. Imagine if they got their hands on a male nymph..." Skye
gave an involuntary shudder. "No, I won't let him anywhere near them.
Same goes for Rilien."

"That's very smart son," Darius said. "Kwill do you have any other
suggestions?"

"No. I will be monitoring for any messages from Skye, here. The distance
won't present any challenge with his gifts and if there are any problems,
I should know almost immediately. While I won't be able to reply, he
should be able to get his thoughts to me. I can only suggest that you
both approach the evening with caution."

"I can't help but still be nervous." Darius turned to Argos. "Do you have
them?"

Skye watched as Argos went to Darius's desk and opened an ornate box,
removing two items, before he returned.

"Master Quantos has given us a spelled ring for each of you. They will
alert you if any food or drink is poisoned or drugged. But don't put them
on until you dress for the evening."

Skye wondered if that was so easy, why didn't they wear them all the
time? It seemed to make more sense than risking Dillon or the other
servants.

"Why wait?" Garrett asked.

"The rings have a limited life. Partially due to how difficult they are
to make and also because if they were stronger, the fae magic would
easily detect them."

"You're really expecting trouble?" Garrett asked.

"Initially I would have said no, but with Caladwen's strange behavior at
the celebration, I'm no longer so confident," Argos said. "I've also
already arranged for Silverglow to create appropriate costumes for the
festival. It's a big event and since it's the first time dragons have
been invited, we need to make a good impression. Silverglow has attended
for years and was thrilled at having the opportunity."

"Won't Mica and Fiske need something besides their Imperial Guard
uniforms? I'd think it would be awkward to have them stand out quite that
much?" Skye asked.

"I'll get Silverglow on it right away," Argos said pulling up his bio-
communicator.

"Tennat, Kwill. Thank you for joining us."

The two psions bowed and exited. Skye felt a little weird at how quickly
and easily they were dismissed. It wasn't really a question or an
invitation to depart - more of an 'I'm done with you now'.


*   Scene 3   *

"Good night Dillon, thank you," Skye said as Dillon walked back to his
room. Skye sat on the bed and pulled the covers back so he could slide
in.

"Long day..." Garrett said pulling Skye into him.

"Yeah... I'm a little nervous Garrett. This whole Moon Festival..." Skye
stopped when he heard the knock at the door.

"Your Majesty, Prince Nikias has requested to enter," the guard said
peering around from the vestibule.

"That's fine, send him in. Thank you." Skye turned to Garrett and gave a
questioning look.

"He told you to expect him..." Garrett said with a chuckle.

"Ooooohhhh. All ready for me?" Nik asked. He was already pulling off his
shirt, revealing his bronze, lean form.

"Where's River?" Skye asked.

"In bed. Passed out. Go ahead and check on him." Nik slid the loose pants
off.

Skye found his body already responding to the sight. He closed his eyes
and took a deep breath, reaching out with his mind to find his brother.
Yup, out cold, he thought. Skye felt Nik's fingers trace along his jaw.
The touch sent little jolts through his body and he opened his eyes.

Nik was stunning. His build was very similar to Skye's. Lean, long
muscles, tight abs and all beautiful - and his thick, hard cock already
at attention. Skye's mouth watered at the sight. Nik's was a virtual twin
of Garrett's monster and he easily remember how good it tasted and what
it felt like.

"I like being able to feel your lust and how attracted you are to me,"
Nik said crawling in next to Skye and Garrett.

"Why's that?" Skye purred letting his hands start to explore Nik's firm
body.

"Because I feel the same way and just like with my mate, I feel a
connection. Maybe not as strong... and it's different, but I know I
belong to you. I can feel your dragon..."

Skye moaned as Nik closed the distance and kissed him. Garrett had moved
in closer and spooned up against Skye's back as Nik pressed into him and
their cocks danced against each other.

Nik kissed and licked down Skye's neck, his chest, then moved down his
stomach, licking the lines outlining his abs before letting his breath
tease Skye's glans. "It's beautiful." Nik took it into his mouth.

"Oh god..." Skye ran his fingers through Nik's thick, silky hair and
pushed him farther onto his cock. "Damn, you've got a talented mouth."

"Mmmmmm. It's because you taste so good." Nik looked up at Skye and
smiled before resuming his oral ministrations.

"You're gonna' make me cum..."

"Oh, sorry. Way too soon for that." Nik pulled back and kissed the tip
before moving up and playfully biting Skye's nipple. "So big brother...
what would you think about watching me fuck your mate?"

"I don't know about that Nik. What am I supposed to do?" Garrett asked.

"Well I'm always up for you fucking me, but then it'd be hard for you to
watch. We'll save that for round two. How about we put this sexy dragon
between us - you get his mouth and I take his sexy golden ass?"

"Hmmm, I like that. Okay with you Skye?"

"Oh, shit... I'm so horny between the two of you. I want it all." Skye's
dragon was alert and ready, pushing Skye to do more. What the hell do you
want? Skye thought to his dragon. 'I want to drain their balls. Make them
cum so much they can't give us more - only whimper and submit to us.' I
don't think I can do that. 'Oh, we definitely can, and we will.'

Nik got behind Skye and began licking his crack as Skye positioned
himself on his hands and knees - looking over his shoulder to watch. Nik
was talented and it felt incredible but he wasn't nearly as good with his
tongue as Garrett. Skye let out a soft mewing cry of pleasure.

**Thank you Skye.** Garrett leaned down and kissed him. **I'm going to
really enjoy watching him take you.**

**Why?** Skye looked into Garrett's dark eyes and wanted him to kiss him
again. He loved that man more than he ever thought possible. Besides the
fact that he was, to Skye's mind, the most beautiful man he'd ever seen.

**Because you are so incredibly sexy and I know how much you enjoy sex. I
will be able to feel it and watch it - knowing you're driving my brother
wild with how good you feel. I also will know that no matter how good he
is and how good it feels, you're mine and with me it's even better.**

**Big words love. Maybe you'll have to fuck me when he's done and prove
it. Empirical evidence and all.**

"Hey you two. Quit mind-speaking without me. I can tell, you know? Sort
of feels like a buzzing in my head."

"Can you tell what we're saying?" Garrett asked.

"It's about sex and proving something... You two are distracting me from
this sweet dragon hole. Quit it." Nik resumed his mission of seeing how
far he could shove his tongue up inside Skye's ass. Skye felt his dragon
purr in contentment.

**I will baby. Fuck you with Nik's fresh load coating my cock... Yeah.**

Skye moaned and pushed back, still marveling at how good it felt to have
a tongue working its way inside him. He loved being rimmed, but more than
that, he loved what came after.

Nik slid his finger inside as his tongue teased Skye's ass lips. "Mmmmm.
Someone's all wet and ready. You wouldn't be trying to tell me you want
my cock inside you?"

"Yes!"

"Sounds like an order little brother," Garrett laughed watching intently
as Nik positioned himself. Nik's huge cock looked too big for Skye's tiny
pink hole. Garrett knew from experience it would fit and it would feel
amazing. He made sure he kept his link open with Skye. He wanted to feel
Nik's cock slide inside, feel Skye's ass stretch to accommodate the
thick, long cock as he watched it happen.

"Father Dragon, he's so tight!" Nik exclaimed as he pushed his glans
against the puckered opening.

"Slowly Nik... take your time. It'll open for you and suck you in,"
Garrett coached.

Skye and Garrett both gasped as the large head pushed past the first ring
of muscle.

"Fuck baby - he feels huge!" Garrett moaned.

"Yeah..." Skye rasped trying to breathe through the intrusion. It didn't
exactly hurt, but it still burned as his opening tried to stretch to take
in the intruder. Nik hadn't used his pre-cum so Skye wasn't quite as
ready as Garrett usually got him. But slowly, slowly... he was leaking
enough that Skye felt the spreading warmth.

"Pull out and smear your juice on his hole. It will help," Garrett said
as he leaned in closer to watch how Skye's ass lips puckered and tried to
hold on to Nik's glans.

Nik did as Garrett said and smiled watching the tender lips twitch,
opening and closing as if trying to recapture his prong. He pushed
forward and this time, slid in farther.

"That's the way... push it all inside. Make him feel it deep in his gut,"
Garrett encouraged. He could feel the sensation as if it were his own. He
watched Nik's massive cock stretch open his mate and slide deep - and
then it was all the way in. Nik's smooth bronze body pressed tightly
against Skye's ass.

Garrett sat back and closed his eyes. Letting the full feeling sink in -
as if it were his own ass being penetrated. It felt amazing. He opened
his eyes and saw the dick sliding in and out and let out a moan. It felt
so good. **Oh, Father Dragon Skye - he feels so good.**

**Yeah... not as good as you, but pretty damned close.** Skye was
thrusting back, meeting Nik and fucking himself - sharing his pleasure
with Garrett.

Garrett leaned in close and kissed Nik's lower stomach, letting his
tongue run up until he bit one of Nik's large swollen nipples - eliciting
a gasp. He kissed back down and licked at Nick's cock as it slid out,
then at the edges of Skye's ass lips as they wrapped around the thick
shaft.

Garrett kissed back up again, spending some time on Nik's tits before
kissing him and letting their tongues dance. "He's good, isn't he baby
brother?" Garrett's breath teased up Nik's neck.

"No Garrett, he's great. His ass is so perfect. I get little waves of
pleasure through the bond. When I hit just right, I can feel it deep
inside... almost like my bond with River."

"You're beautiful. I love seeing you take him. I can feel your thick
shaft, the shape of your head as it teases his prostate and all the
little nubs. I can even feel your pleasure and know what you're thinking.
We share it all." Garrett kissed him again and swallowed Nik's moans of
pleasure.

**Can I suck you now? I want your beast in my mouth. I want to feel your
heat, to know I'm giving you pleasure myself,** Skye sent to Garrett.

When Garrett released Nik's mouth, he moved to be in front of Skye and
kissed him, letting him taste Nik on his lips. "Yes baby. You are
perfect." He groaned as Skye took him into his mouth and began worshiping
his manhood.

Skye was very content but his dragon was prodding and pushing. 'We can do
more. They're both on edge. It's time,' the dragon voice purred in Skye's
mind. I don't want to hurt them, he thought. 'It won't hurt them, trust
me, let me guide you...' The dragon voice was so seductive and the
feeling of Nik in his ass and Garrett in his mouth was making him weak.
Skye felt so good. Do it... he thought as he let go.

The dragon purred and Skye began to glow. He could feel his magic
building and growing. His body was on the cusp of an orgasm as were both
of his partners. He could feel the dragon reaching out to both of them,
caressing, stroking, and bringing more pleasure. The dragon was stoking
the furnace of lust burning in both lovers as the magic seeped into them.
'They're ready...' the dragon voice whispered seductively. And then it
hit, Skye's orgasm. His own cock, untouched, began spewing his seed onto
the bed, he sucked harder, his ass clenched and milked Nik's cock and his
magic flared.

"Father Dragon!" Garrett cried out.

Nik just groaned as his eyes rolled back and his body spasmed. His cock
was pumping his seed into Skye, one stream after another. His orgasm
pounded through his body but didn't slow down or stop. It kept going, his
cock still pumping, and pumping. He whimpered and cried out as he saw
stars and darkness began creeping in around the edges. The intensity of
the pleasure was too much, almost skirting pain.

Garrett was pouring out his seed like a fountain, it poured from his cock
and it was all Skye could do to avoid choking as he tried to swallow.
There was too much, and Garrett's seed began spilling out of his mouth,
running down his chin and over his chest. Skye began shaking as he felt
Garrett's orgasm like the ocean crashing into the shore. One wave after
another.

It seemed like an eternity before it ended. Skye could feel Nik's warm,
slick cum sliding down his ass and legs. It was more than his body could
absorb and it poured out of him when Nik pulled back. His face and chest
were covered in Garrett's cream as his mate collapsed back onto the bed.
It took a few moments for Skye to catch his breath.

"That was amazing," Skye said and noticed he got no response. He looked
at Garrett and then at Nik - who had crumpled on the floor where he'd
been standing. Skye reached out with his mind and magic. They were both
well, but neither was conscious.

Dragon, what did we do? Skye asked in his mind. 'We drained them of every
bit of seed they had stored. They orgasmed until they gave it all,' the
deep voice answered.

Did we hurt them? Skye asked and felt as well as heard the rumbling
laughter in his mind. 'No, we gave them such intense pleasure that they
passed out. I promise they will remember it very, very, fondly.'

God, I'm a mess. Guess I better go shower off, Skye thought. 'No, never
waste something so precious, give it to our psion,' the dragon voice
said.

**Kwill?** Skye reached out and immediately connected.

**Yes, Skye.**

**Did you catch any of that? I'm a bit-**

**On my way.**

Skye laughed out loud. The message was very clear. Well, I guess someone
was listening in on us. Or do you call that listening when it's
telepathic and they can feel what you are? Skye pondered and moments
later he heard the door open and within seconds a naked Kwill was
crawling onto the bed.

"Hey."

"I don't even know where to start," Kwill said with a smile.

"I gotcha covered." Skye turned over on his hands and knees sticking his
ass up in the air. He moaned as Kwill began lapping up Nik's load. He had
a very skillful tongue and when it started sliding inside him Skye felt
an orgasm building again. Skye chuckled to himself - to think dragon, if
I hadn't been captured I might never have known how much I love having a
tongue up my ass.

Skye felt the rumble of satisfaction when the dragon answered. 'I have
always been a part of you. You were just deaf to my calls. One way or
another our mate would have found us.'

Somehow that was comforting to Skye and then he found himself being
guided onto his back where Kwill continued licking up any remaining man
seed. When Skye was finally licked clean Kwill gave him a devious smile
and took Skye's still hard cock into his mouth.

**I want more...**

Skye was past words or thoughts and just nodded as he let the skillful
blue man suck him until he gave up another load. When he came down from
the orgasm he lay still and basked in the afterglow while Kwill licked
Garrett and Nik clean.

**So how much man juice is too much for a psion?**

Skye heard the mental snicker before Kwill's thoughts reached him.
**There is no such thing. The more we consume, the better it feels. It is
an incredible high and we think more clearly. Our mind processes faster
and makes connections we'd otherwise miss. My brothers are incredibly
jealous of me.**

**Why?**

**I am the first in a very long time to bond with a platinum, and not
only do I get your seed, I am freely offered the seed from your mate and
your wing. My psion brothers can only dream and fantasize about such
things.**

Skye sat up and realized the bed sheets were completely soaked. With a
little help from Kwill they moved Garrett around to remake the bed and
get him tucked in. Kwill accompanied Skye while he carried Nik back to
his own room, making sure no one took note of them. While Skye thought
River would understand, he didn't want to make things awkward by having
his brother's new bond-mate passed out in his bed.

Skye returned and undressed and was about to crawl in beside Garrett when
he stopped to admire his mate. He was sleeping on his stomach and had
managed to push the sheet down so he was almost completely uncovered.

Damn, he has the most beautiful ass. Skye thought as he felt his cock
coming back to life. He crawled onto the bed and gently pushed Garrett's
legs apart so he could lie down in between. He caressed the full round
globes and pulled them apart enough to see the sweet, dark rose bud. He
licked across it, savoring the taste of his mate. Garrett didn't stir, so
Skye continued licking and kissing at the sweet, warm opening. Before
long it began opening for him, the nubs teased at his tongue as he slid
it into the warmth of Garrett's body.

Skye kissed up Garrett's back and slid his cock up against the crack,
letting his pre-cum coat the tender lips. He gave a gentle push and slid
inside, pushing his cock deep into Garrett until the firm muscled ass was
tucked into his groin. It was a perfect fit, as if Garrett's hole was
made just for Skye. He slowly began moving, enjoying how good it felt,
the silky, smooth tunnel with little nubs teasing at his dick. A couple
more deep thrusts and he felt Garrett's flutter come to life and start
prodding at his opening. Moments later it began sliding down his urethra.
Skye paused, letting it fill him until he swore it could go no deeper.

Skye began thrusting again, pressing his body against his mate. He felt
Garrett's body shudder and a low moan escaped. Skye felt the anal orgasm
send ripples of pleasure through his mate and continued fucking. He
sensed Garrett coming around, his slow realization that he was being
fucked and the sense of satisfaction and joy he felt at having Skye take
him.

"Oh baby... you can wake me up like this anytime you want. Father Dragon
your cock feels good," Garrett murmured into his pillow.

Skye moved Garrett's heavy braid aside and kissed his neck. "I was just
enjoying how incredible your ass feels."

"It's yours whenever you want it. I love having you inside me."

Skye felt the orgasm building and then realized Garrett's was building
again too. He continued his slow deep strokes.

Garrett moaned and let out a small whimper. His balls had nothing left to
give as they tightened and tried to pump out a load that wasn't there.

Skye could feel the pleasure and the ache Garrett experienced as his body
tightened and his ass squeezed Skye's cock, bringing him over the edge.
Skye's balls had no issues as they pumped his seed into Garrett's
flutter, feeling it expand and stretch his cock as it sucked down his
load.

"Don't pull out... please stay inside me, and see if you can fuck me
again..." Garrett pleaded.


*   Scene 4   *

The first two days back at training had been uneventful and Skye found
himself standing at the border of the fae lands, waiting for their
escort. He turned and looked at Garrett.

I'm never going to survive this, he thought. That just can't be
appropriate. Skye had already given up trying to hide his erection.
Didn't matter where he looked, Garrett, Mica, or Fiske - any one of them
caused him immediate problems. Garrett had also been much more sexually
assertive since his over-the-top orgasm. It was like he couldn't get
enough of Skye and wanted to keep his mate aroused - constantly.

"Glad you like it," Garrett teased. "I personally think Silverglow outdid
himself." He pushed the cape off of his shoulders and flexed his pecs.

**Come on Skye, admit it. You love it. I know you want to play with my
pecs, feel how warm and round they are. Play with my tits... maybe suck
on them. Suck them hard enough to make me moan and give you a mouthful
of-"

**GARRETT!** Skye mentally screamed interrupting his mate's teasing. It
was a good thing leather didn't reveal how much he was leaking into his
pants. Skye gave a little moan and looked away. Garrett's outfit for the
evening was a black harness that accentuated his pecs with what appeared
to be a black thong and matching black leather chaps. High black boots
came up just over his knees and he was topped off with a long cape that
brushed the ground. Skye could see his bronze skin all around the bulging
thong and it barely held his monster cock. Silverglow had braided his
hair and woven in silver charms that matched the rings on his harness and
the clasp on his cape.

"What? Does it make my ass look bad?" Garrett asked noticing Skye's
furtive glances. He lifted the cape and turned around showing Skye his
mostly naked ass, his round muscled cheeks in full view with just a fine
black leather strip between them. He bent over and ran his fingers up his
crack suggestively.

"You're killing me," Skye pleaded.

"I know. I can feel it." Garrett said pulling his ass cheek aside enough
to give a peak of his hole underneath the thong strap. "I'm going to have
to keep this outfit and bring it out for special occasions. Hey... would
this be appropriate for Christmas? That's a celebration right?"

"Don't you dare!" Skye said knowing it wasn't going to be long before he
totally lost control. His dragon was already pacing and pushing at him to
claim Garrett again.

"How about Mica and Fiske's? Maybe the new design for your guards? I
think they look good."

Skye couldn't even answer and he wasn't about to look again. It was
burned into the back of his skull. They were in harnesses with Skye's
dragon crest on a medallion that held the center of the brown leather
chest straps. They also got elaborate vambraces that went all the way up
their arms to their shoulders with studs and small wings on the jointed
pieces of leather. It looked like a fetish version of armor. They at
least got full leather pants and high boots also decorated like armor.
But the pants were low enough he could see the top of their asses and the
dimples and the ass cleavage that made him breathe hard.

"You do look good babe," Garrett continued.

"Thank you," Skye conceded. He was the most covered of the bunch. He had
an ornate, long beige leather jacket. In the back it hung all the way to
the ground, but the front was non-existent and only framed his chest and
stomach with an elaborate collar. It looked like a stripper version of a
military uniform - or would have if it had covered more. His leather
pants were in beige as well and were equally low-cut. The front came up
enough to cover the root of his cock, but if he'd had pubic hair it would
have all been on display. Silverglow had also added an elaborate
temporary tattoo up the side of Skye's stomach and chest.

"Dillon did warn us it was a very 'intimate' type of evening," Garrett
added.

"Welcome to the Moon Festival," a melodious voice said.

They turned to see an elf in flowing robes, illuminated by an elaborate
staff. "If you would please follow me..."

Their guide led them to a strange floating carriage and as soon as they
were on board it sped into the darkness of the forest.

"It's beautiful," Skye said as they stepped to the ground. The night was
lit with small sparkling lights and glowing lanterns. He could see hints
of the elf city in the glow and thought it fit well with his
expectations. It seemed to blend in with the forest and had sweeping
lines and elegant flourishes.

The elf led them along a path through gardens and terraces and beside
beautiful and graceful buildings. At last they came to a much larger set
of soaring doors in a wall that had to have been eighty or more feet -
only discernable because of the glowing lanterns at the top.

"Welcome again to the Moon Festival," their guide said with a bow and a
wave as the tall doors slowly opened.

The other side was more brightly lit with more lanterns and floating
lights. Crowds of elves filled the space and music and laughter drifted
on the night breeze. They stepped through the gates and chimes sounded.

"Presenting His Majesties, Prince Garrett and his bond-mate, Prince
Skye." A high voice called out.

An elegant elf, wearing a crown, approached and bowed. "Good evening, and
welcome. I am King Thillean and I am pleased to invite you into our
kingdom."

Skye and Garrett bowed. The king was somehow not what Skye had expected.
He was a beautiful, if somewhat effeminate elf. Slender and pretty with
long blond hair and vibrant green eyes, similar to Dillon's. His clothing
was not quite transparent, but close. You could easily see his slender
form beneath.

"It is an honor Your Majesty," Skye said.

"If I had realized dragons were so beautiful, I think I might have
insisted to Caladwen that we invited your kind centuries ago," Thillean
said.

"You are too kind," Skye said.

"Please let me guide you to a place where you can recline and enjoy the
food and music."

They followed the king and Skye realized that while there were walls,
they were still outside with no roof or ceiling, only the tree boughs
above them. In places he could see graceful stairs climbing up into the
trees - they appeared almost too delicate to be used. Thillean led them
to an open area, surrounded by stone walls with inset windows - elaborate
and intricately carved mullions, open and without glass, gothic stone
arches separating one section from the next and beautiful statuary
situated in niches. Along some of the walls there were reclining couches.
There were many people in a wild assortment of costumes and dress - some
with masks and others barely clothed.

A beautiful nymph came up and held a tray of fluted glasses with a dark
purple liquid. "Would you care for a beverage?"

"Thank you," Garrett said taking two.

"Oh, please, for your attendants as well. It wouldn't be right for them
not to partake," Thilliean said with a forced smile.

**Garrett, hand those to Mica and Fiske. He's a little miffed that we
have guards and would definitely take it as an insult if they don't at
least act like guests,** Skye sent as he picked up on Thillean's
thoughts. How about that, guess my skills have improved, Skye thought to
himself a he realized he easily read the elf.

Garrett handed the flutes to the guards and took two more. Skye watched
as Garrett looked at his ring as he handled each flute - nothing
happened.

Skye brought the glass to his lips and took a sip. **Crap... You realize
what this is?**

Garrett took a sip of his own and looked around the area to see what
others were drinking. **Yeah, we are in such deep shit.**

Skye could feel Thillean's eyes on him as the elf king sipped his own
dragon berry wine.

"It is very good, thank you," Skye said.

"We distill it ourselves and only the finest is served at the Moon
Festival. As it has been for centuries."

**Garrett does this effect elves like it does humans and dragons?** Skye
asked.

**Yes.**

Well shit, no wonder Dillon thought this was an all-out orgy. If all the
guests are drinking dragon berry wine, it's pretty much guaranteed. Skye
thought. Hey dragon... Any way for me to reduce the effects on me or our
guys? Skye's dragon had been quiet so he waited patiently for a response
and took the time to look around.

"Canape?" A young elf asked holding out a tray with a selection of bite-
sized delicacies. He was barely clothed, wearing only a tiny golden
thong.

"Thank you," Skye answered and then felt his dragon before he heard the
voice in his head. 'We could try making it pass through our body without
being absorbed. Perhaps if we practiced we could do it for others, but it
would likely take a great deal of concentration and the elves might feel
us using our magic.'

Skye looked around wondering if he'd recognize anyone from court. His
dragon stirred when he felt a sudden pull on his magic. It felt familiar
but he couldn't place it - someone his magic had noticed before - but not
one he'd bonded. He looked more intently around the room trying to locate
who it might be and then it was gone. He searched again, nothing.

The music had grown louder and more elves had gathered in the space
around them. Mostly paired in twos and threes - some already kissing and
grinding against each other. Others were dancing and the servants
maneuvered between them carrying trays of food and drink.

Skye tried more of the food, carefully checking each one before putting
it to his lips. Maybe the food will help slow the effects of the wine as
well. He kept alert to see if he felt the pull again. Garrett moved up
against him and kissed his neck.

"Fairly quiet so far," Skye whispered.

"Yes and surprisingly, they seem to be ignoring us."

"King Thillean said he would return - he had to check on something."

"Prince Skye. Prince Garrett. I'm so glad you decided to join us for the
Moon Festival," Queen Caladwen said as she approached them.

"Thank you for inviting us," Skye said with a bow. He was very glad he
hadn't had more of the wine, or maybe his attempts to push it through
were working. Queen Caladwen looked stunning, if perhaps a bit too
revealed. She most definitely did not have the body befitting her age.
Perhaps of a twenty year old... with really, really perfect round
breasts. All quite visible through the sheer fabric of her dress. Her
nipples and areola were quite clear, and very hard. She was slender and
well-formed and the only undergarment visible was the tiniest of G-
strings. Either elves were smooth like dragons or she shaved.

"It is an honor Your Majesty," Garrett bowed, taking her hand in his and
placing a kiss on the back of her fingers.

"Oh, the pleasure is all mine. You both look absolutely ravishing.
Whoever helped dress you, has obviously been to the Moon Fesitval." She
sidled up to Garrett and let her hands run up is muscled stomach and
chest, tweaking his nipple until her hand was at his neck.

"In the olden days, you my handsome dragon, might have found yourself
chained to my bed. Such a handsome... and well endowed..." her hand
cupped his leather thong. "...man. I can understand why your mate smiles
so much."

"You are too kind," Garrett forced out. Though Skye knew Garrett was
bristling at the not too well disguised threat and subtle insult that in
her mind he was a pretty man to be used.

"And you, Prince Skye. So handsome and almost fae-like. All the guests
are talking about you, and trying to get a better view. I'm sure that
you'll have a number of offers before morning."

"Queen Caladwen, you flatter me too much. Garrett is much more handsome
and I've seen many elves here this evening, who are much prettier than
me."

"Always so modest and unassuming... but now, it is time for our feast.
Will you escort me?"

"That might be challenging, perhaps you should take the lead since I
don't know where we're going."

"Of course," Caladwen simpered. "Will your handsome men follow?"

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Queen Caladwen led them through one of the archways and through a couple
more terrace rooms, like the first, before reaching another, similar room
but with tables piled high with food. "You will sit next to me won't
you?"

"As it pleases you, Your Majesty."

Skye startled and looked around, he'd felt it again. But this time it was
different - still familiar - someone he'd already acknowledged, but not
bonded. He searched the faces of those around him, there so many moving
and taking their seats. Then, like before the feeling was gone.

Skye was surprised to find himself seated between Queen Caladwen and King
Thillean. Garrett, Mica, and Fiske were seated much farther down the
table. Skye didn't like that at all.

**It's okay babe, we just have to play nice. I won't take my eyes off
you...** Garrett encouraged.

The first part of the 'dinner' went well. All the food checked out fine
and was very tasty. Skye still worried about the legends of eating at the
fae table and what it might do, but his dragon seemed okay with
everything and since it wasn't poisoned... He did however notice that
Thillean never let his glass of wine get low.

After the first course, he also found Thillean's hand sliding up and down
his leather-clad thigh. Skye removed Thillean's hand several times before
he finally gave up. He almost jumped when Caladwen took possession of his
other leg and she wasn't nearly as subtle.

By the third course, Thillean had managed to undo the leather ties on
Skye's pants and his cock was in serious jeopardy of poking out. Skye
didn't want to create a scene and pretty much any more forceful a
response would draw even more attention.

"I do hope you're enjoying the food Skye," Caladwen said leaning in
close.

"Yes, Caladwen. It is all very good." The 'good' came out a bit higher
and more forceful than planned as Skye felt Thillean's hand wrap firmly
around his cock, releasing it from the confinement in his pants.

Skye felt the heat of Thillean's breath on his ear as the elf king leaned
in to whisper.

"I'm going to enjoy having this inside me. Can't wait until you fuck me."

"I couldn't-" Skye began then stopped as he felt Caladwen's delicate
finger slide up the shaft of his cock as her husband held him. He watched
in shock as she brought the finger to her lips, the shiny, string of pre-
cum visible.

"Mmmmm. I think I know what I'm having for dessert," Caladwen cooed.

"Don't worry about your mate, Prince Skye. I plan on having him too.
Maybe you'd like to watch us fuck?" Thillean asked.

"No..." Skye tried to get out, feeling trapped between them. "Excuse me.
I need to speak with Garrett."

"No, Prince Skye. Stay seated, we're not done with our feast. Besides,
you can mind-speak him if you need. Isn't that one of your bond gifts?"
Caladwen said firmly.

"Yes, but..."

"No Skye, we insist," Thillean said as he began stroking Skye's cock
again.

Skye realized he was not in view of prying eyes but that didn't make him
feel any less violated. **Garrett?**

**I'm sorry Skye. Mica and Fiske are having similar problems with the
elves seated next to them. I'm just lucky enough to be in the middle of
them, though there are several servants who seem to take every
opportunity to slip and play with my tits.**

**What can I do, without causing offense or a scene?**

**You could try your mental compulsion but if they realize it, Caladwen
or Thillean might take it as an attack.**

**Elves are sensitive to magic, even my telepathic abilities might be
detected.**

**I'll back you with whatever you decide. Skye, I think the wine is
starting to get to me...**

The next course was served and fortunately both Caladwen and Thillean
removed their groping hands long enough to eat. Skye took the opportunity
to discreetly tuck himself away and lace back up - making sure to use a
knot this time.

The remainder of the feast went smoothly. Caladwen and Thillean still got
personal but Thillean didn't manage to unknot the laces in Skye's pants.
Unfortunately, he seemed quite adept at stroking Skye through the leather
while Caladwen was fascinated with his nipples. Skye was beginning to
worry about his companions. While they had all been very careful to limit
their drinking the dragon berry wine seemed unusually potent. Garrett,
Fiske, and Mica all struggled with their lust and started noticing how
appetizing some of the young male elves were.
The music grew louder and many of the partiers moved to the center of the
room to dance while servants quickly cleared and removed the tables and
chairs. Skye managed to return to Garrett and pulled him into his arms to
share a dance.

"You doing okay my love?" Skye asked. He couldn't help but notice that
the thong was struggling to contain his mate, it pulled away obscenely
from his body-leaving no doubt that he was very well endowed.

"I want to get you onto one of those fancy couches and get you out of all
that sexy leather," Garrett whispered.

"Oh really? And then what would you do?" Skye laughed. Part of him really
enjoyed feeling attractive to his mate - no matter where they were or who
was watching.

Garrett leaned in and captured Skye's mouth while his tongue explored.
**I'd suck you until you were really hard then I'd push you down and
mount you. Take your cock inside me and ride you until you filled me.**

**Sounds wonderful but I'm not sure we want to give 'them' that kind of
show. I'm also not sure that they wouldn't try to join us.**

**I don't want to share you.**

Skye kissed Garrett's forehead, feeling a little concerned. Garrett was
almost acting drunk. He reached out with his magic, trying to be as
subtle as he could so the elves around him wouldn't notice. He could
sense the chemicals from the dragon berry wine but it had spread
throughout his system. Skye didn't doubt he could purge it, but it
wouldn't go unnoticed.

They continued to dance and Skye noticed many more couples and groupings
engaging in very public displays of affection that bordered on
pornographic. He had been shielding tightly and when he tried to get a
sense of the crowd, he decided he would continue to shield tightly. The
lust quotient was rising quickly.

"Mica and Fiske are looking... uncomfortable..." Garrett said quietly.

"Might have something to do with the nymphs crawling all over them. I
never thought about them not being able to 'act' like guards. Somehow I
think forcing them to pretend they are guests is part of Caladwen's
plan."

**You figured out her plan?** Garrett's mental voice showed his surprise.
Fortunately he wasn't so shocked that he spoke out loud.

**No, I don't know anything more than I did. I'm just suspicious.**

Garrett rubbed himself into Skye. **Not sure how I'm going to make it. Is
there some type of performance or show?**

**Not according to Silverglow. He said it was a night of feasting,
drinking, and dancing. That usually devolved into an orgy by midnight and
lasted until morning. You notice they're still pushing the wine?**

"May I cut in?" A voice asked breaking through their mind-speech.

Skye turned to see King Thillean and a very handsome young elf. "Of
course," Skye said stepping out of Garrett's embrace. He was surprised
when Thillean stepped into Garrett and the young elf took his hand. Skye
actually thought that worked out well, he was at least somewhat covered
and might not get as 'personal' as Thillean.

"It is an honor Prince Skye. I am Prince Theon. I believe you know my
cousins, Dillon and Gilian."

"Yes, it's a pleasure to meet you Theon." They stepped into the dance and
moved away from the others.

"Would you be terribly offended if I asked after Dillon? I haven't seen
or heard from him in some time. Since... well I'm just worried," Theon
admitted blushing.

Skye looked at Theon and could see a slight resemblance. But Theon had
pale blue eyes and more of an upturned nose, with golden-blond hair.
"He's doing well. He tells me he is quite happy, though I would wish for
other circumstances."

"Good. I'm glad. Would you tell him I miss him?"

"Certainly." They danced until the song ended and as a new one began,
Theon bowed and handed Skye off to a quite beautiful female elf.

"I'm honored my lady. I am Prince Skye."

"Oh, no. The pleasure is mine. I am Calilly. Queen Caladwen is my
mother."

"The beauty runs true in your family," Skye said.

"Theon is my son. Did you like him?"

"He was very pleasant Lady Calilly."

"If he didn't tell you, he has a crush on you. He has holos of you on his
wall and is quite jealous of his cousin."

"He's a very handsome young elf. I'm sure he has many suitors far better
than me."

"I'm not so sure. I was really hoping to catch your eye - but it's true
isn't it?"

"I'm sorry, is what true?"

"That you only like men?"

"No, that would not be true, but it is irrelevant. I have a bond-mate. A
man who I love with all my heart, so I am quite taken."

Calilly laughed. "Mother said you were a bit naive and innocent. I see it
now. You're bonded to a dragon - hardly a 'closed' relationship."

"I'm not completely comfortable with Draga's customs and traditions so
Garrett humors me."

"Too bad-"

"Calilly are you monopolizing our handsome guest?" Caladwen's tone was
like ice and the look she gave, none too friendly, as she 'delicately'
pulled Calilly away.

"I believe this next dance is mine." Caladwen didn't even look at Calilly
again - her dismissal very clear.

"I do hope you are enjoying yourself Skye."

"Your venue is truly breathtaking and the food was exquisite," Skye
answered.

"Sometime you must return so I can truly show you our city. It is very
different from what the dragons have built. We pride ourselves on
integrating all our structures with nature. Each building, each door,
window, and wall is a piece of art. We have gardens that put the royal
palace to shame."

"I would love to see more," Skye said realizing that he really would
appreciate the beauty. If it was anything like what he'd seen tonight it
would be breathtaking.

As they danced he found that Caladwen was much more relaxed and in her
element than she had been at the celebration for River and Nik. Her
movements were more fluid and her focus, unfortunately, seemed to be
totally on him. She paid no attention to those around them. She also
seemed to like sliding her leg into his crotch and pressing and brushing
her breasts against his naked chest.

Skye assumed that part of her beauty was glamor and due to her magic, but
he didn't think it was worth lowering his shields to check. It really
wouldn't change anything and while she was distracting, he distrusted her
enough that his libido was not in control.

They turned in the dance and Skye saw Garrett, now on one of the
reclining couches. Thillean and a couple of other young male elves were
all over him. His thong was gone, and Thillean was clearly sucking off
his mate while the other two were latched on to his nipples. Skye tried
to pull away to rescue his mate, but Caladwen pulled him away and the
other couples pressed in close, cutting him off.

**Garrett?** Skye mentally called.

**Can't fight it Skye... can't resist... feels so good.**

Skye pulled his shields a little tighter, he was in danger of being
pulled into Garrett's pleasure and lust. Caladwen was getting more
insistent with her touches and a hand had slid into the back of his
pants, working its way down his crack.

He caught sight of Mica, his pants open and a nymph's head buried in his
crotch. Two more had him pressed against the wall touching and kissing
him. Skye turned to see if he could find Fiske. On the next turn, he
spotted him, struggling to hold off a handsome young elf and a nymph.
**Fiske?**

**I'm sorry Prince Skye, as soon as I get away from one, two more come at
me.**

**Get to Mica and Garrett, if you have to lose yourself in lust you'll
regret it less if you have sex with them.**

"Are you ignoring me Prince Skye?" Caladwen asked as her fingers slid
across his hole.

Skye gasped. He had done well at pushing the effects of the dragon berry
wine away but he was still going through the change and having his hole
played with when Garrett had been lusting all evening was a bit much.

"You are a sexual creature aren't you?"

"No, very human."

Caladwen laughed. "Not anymore, Skye, not anymore."

Skye wanted to object. The music seemed even louder, and the crowd
pressed closer. Her fingers were sliding in him now and he was feeling
very warm. His dragon was awake but seemed as confused and distracted as
he was.

Skye caught sight of Fiske again. He had managed to get to Mica and both
of them were with Garrett. Unfortunately they hadn't managed to displace
Thillean, just the others. Garrett had Mica in his mouth while Thillean
appeared to be riding Garrett's cock. Fiske appeared to be fucking his
mate. Oh well, Garrett always said he wanted to have sex with Mica and
Fiske - though I don't think Thillean was part of his fantasy.

"Let's move into the other room, it's getting crowded," Caladwen said as
she led them in the dance toward an open set of doors in one of the
soaring archways.

Skye felt a strange tingle that became more like pins and needles. His
dragon growled and urged Skye to pull away. Something's wrong... it
feels...he thought to his dragon. 'Magic, fae magic' the dragon
responded. 'Don't let her take us through!'

The carved vines decorating the stone archway seemed to come alive, with
a twinkling golden light that raced up the vines, making them glow. Skye
tried to pull away and as he did, Caladwen put her leg out, tripping Skye
so he lost his balance, just as another couple pushed them through the
open doors.

Skye felt a jolt pass through his body and a sharp stabbing pain. He
collapsed to his knees as his head spun and he tried not to throw up. The
pain was incredible and then it hit him: **Garrett?**, **Mica?** Oh
fuck... fuck... they're gone!

Skye collapsed onto the ground and tried to catch his breath.

"Give yourself a moment. It can be disorienting crossing the veil, and
look at you. I must say this is a very interesting development," Caladwen
said.

Why can't I feel them, any of them? Skye raged in his mind. **KWILL?** he
mentally shouted, but nothing came. No thoughts, no emotions, just empty
silence. Dragon, what's happening?

'The bonds are still there, just very weak. Let me show you... see... as
if they were stretched too far. So thin that if you pulled too hard they
might snap,' his dragon answered.

Skye took a deep breath and tried to get to his knees. He looked down to
see moss and loose packed dirt. Not the beautiful mosaic tiled terrace.
He looked up - Caladwen still stood before him, but around them was a
forest out of a fairy tale.

"Where are we?"

"Welcome to Underhill Prince Skye. The land of the fae."

"You can't do this. They'll come looking for me."

"Only if they realize you're gone. I needed to speak with you, alone.
Without prying ears and eyes. You should know... it would be dangerous to
try and escape. Time works differently across the veil. You see Skye,
only I can get you back home. I can send you back only seconds after we
left, or I can send you back so far into the future that all those you
love have died of old age, never knowing what happened to you."

"Why?"

"Because you are very stubborn and are constantly surrounded by others.
You need to do some things, actions that will save my people. I have much
better negotiating leverage here. You do want to see your precious mate
again, don't you Skye?"

"What do you want?" Skye stood and dusted off his pants and tried to not
look as scared as he felt. Come on dragon, if ever I needed help, now is
the time.

Skye startled and looked behind him, he'd felt it again. That magical
pull, but there was nothing there except forest stretching as far as he
could see.

Caladwen looked past him, an angry look marring her beauty. Then she
turned her cold eyes to him again. "Oh we'll get to that... but first,
let me show you my garden."

Skye watched in trepidation as Caladwen slid the sheer dress off her
shoulders and let it fall to the ground. She turned to him and smiled as
she held out her hand. He reluctantly followed down the path, glancing at
the lush forest surrounding them. Trees with trunks wider than cars,
soaring above to create a canopy far overhead. Birds and other creatures
made sounds that filled the air. Flowers and sweet scents drifted on the
breeze. Then it struck him that it was daytime here - it was night time
at the Festival.

They came to a small pond and Caladwen pointed to it and turned to him.
"Look Prince Skye."

Skye peered into the water and caught his breath as he saw his
reflection. The face looking back was wrong. It was his, but it wasn't.
His eyes glowed in a kaleidoscope of color, just like his dragon and his
skin had that same shimmery quality that Garrett's and his brothers had.
Maybe it's just because of the pond, he thought.

"Interesting isn't it? Underhill recognizes you as a magical creature. I
don't know if a dragon has ever been here before. Certainly not in my
lifetime. So if you had any doubts you were no longer human, this proves
it. Might explain a few things..."

Well it sure as hell, doesn't to me, Skye thought.

"Do keep up Skye, there are many creatures who live here and not all of
them are friendly."

Skye followed Caladwen as she took another path. Okay dragon, he thought.
How do we get out of this one?

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The Family Relationships:

* Argos D' Or Drakken, human, Prince, bond-mate to Darius, 'Pater' of
Garrett, Zopyros, Kleitos, & Nikias. Adoptive father of Christos. Born on
Earth - Greece. Has some characteristics and magic of a red dragon but
not a dragon form. Artist.

* Christos D' Or Drakken, were-panther, Prince (without rights of
succession), adopted son of Darius and Argos. Born on Draga. Student.

* Claudius D' Or Drakken, gold dragon, without royal rank, brother of
Darius.

* Darius D' Or Drakken, gold dragon, Emperor, Father of Garrett, Zopyros,
Kleitos & Nikias, Adoptive father of Christos and bond-mated to Argos.

* Garrett D' Or Drakken, gold dragon, Prince, oldest son of Darius/Argos,
assumed heir to the Empire, bond-mate to Skye Tomas Eklund. Commander
within Galicon.

* Kleitos D' Or Drakken, gold dragon, Prince, third son of Darius/Argos.
Medic.

* Nikias D' Or Drakken, gold dragon, Prince, fourth son of Darius/Argos,
bond-mate to River Markus Eklund. Student.

* River Markus Eklund, chosen of Nikias. Most assume he will be a
platinum dragon, Prince, bond-mate to Nikias. Born on Earth - U.S.A.
Student.

* Skye Tomas Eklund D'Or Drakken, platinum dragon, Prince, bond-mate to
Garrett. Born on Earth - U.S.A.

* Tiev D' Or Drakken, blue dragon, partner of Claudius.* Zopyros D' Or
Drakken, gold dragon, without royal rank, second son of Darius/Argos.
Medic specializing in non-dragon/magical species.

Skye's Imperial Guard:

* Bryan O'Dell, gold dragon,  5'10", body builder, red hair, pale
complexion, and emerald green eyes

* Chaz Blackclaw, were-dagger, 6'1", Ranger - athletic build, medium
complexion, shoulder-length dark brown, wavy hair, chiseled face with
dark brows and lashes, a neatly trimmed beard and striking blue eyes

* Feired Fornay, silver dragon, 5' 11", slender swimmer's build, pale
complexion, silver-white shoulder-length, straight hair, pale blue eyes

* Fiske Abusson, gold dragon, 6', lean muscled swimmer's build, warm gold
skin, slender hips, thick, straight shoulder-length brown hair, blue
eyes,

* Gilian, elf, Ranger, 5'4", slender athletic build, long, rich brown
hair and brilliant green eyes

* Greggory Wolf, werewolf, 6', muscled athletic build, short dark beard,
dark hair and pale green eyes

* Jayce Roberts, gold dragon, 5'10", pretty, ripped athletic build,
notable 'v' torso, curly shoulder-length, golden brown hair, brown eyes
with gold starburst

* Jos Trall, gold dragon, 5'9", body builder, red-gold hair, skin more
bronze than gold, blue eyes

* Kuai Lung, Chinese gold dragon, Asian in appearance, 5'6", ripped,
slender build, black shoulder length hair, large dark eyes and a pretty
face

* Leesai Tedurian, Felecian, female 6'6", muscled and ripped, skin is a
deep golden brown and has a mane of light brown hair, yellow cat's eyes,
a little larger and set farther apart, cheekbones more pronounced than a
human's , has a tail

* Mica Kaber, gold dragon, 6'2", lean athletic build, shoulder-plus
length, blond hair, blue eyes, Skye refers to him as his "surfer dude"

* Quinn Corbin, gold dragon, 5'11", muscled athletic build, dark brown,
short-cropped brown hair, dark brown eyes