Chapter 151 part 2
**Avery**
The epic quest commences within the hallowed halls of the ancient library of Talos, where ancient tomes conceal mysteries as old as the dawn of time itself. Donn, our fearless leader, guides us through the labyrinthine corridors, his mystical powers effortlessly bypassing the intricate wards and seals that would have otherwise thwarted our progress for weeks on end. The air is heavy with the fragrance of aged parchment and exotic incense, the only sound piercing the profound silence being the gentle whisper of pages turning. Hours slip away as we meticulously scour the texts, seeking any mention of Altima or the enigmatic shadow dragon that haunts my dreams. The clues we uncover are unclear and scattered, but gradually, a semblance of clarity begins to take shape, unveiling a cryptic yet tantalizing glimpse into the mysteries that lie ahead.“Here,” James says, his finger tracing a line of text. “It says you’re not just bound to dragons. You’re a hidden mate to multiple beings. Your darkness is tied to those bonds.”
I gaze at the words before me, my heart racing in my chest. Hidden mate? To whom? To what? Oh gods, no! Not the Ancient One. Before I can even form the question, Donn's voice breaks the silence, low and grave. "It all makes sense now. Your darkness isn't a curse. It's a manifestation of those bonds, twisted and corrupted."
"Why?" I managed to stammer, my voice trembling with fear. "Why am I bound to so many?"
Donn's eyes lock with mine, his gaze penetrating. "Because you are Avery. Queen, dragon shifter, and it seems, a magnet for chaos."
I push aside the insult, my mind racing with the implications. If the text holds true, then my darkness is not solely mine to command. It is intertwined with those I am connected to. And if I cannot find a way to harmonize these bonds, the darkness will consume us all.
As the sun dips below the horizon, we depart from the library, our path illuminated yet fraught with danger. The road to Altima looms ahead, promising peril and challenges beyond imagination. But fear not, for I am not alone in this daunting quest. My mates, my allies, and even the ever-sarcastic Donn stand beside me, ready to confront the darkness that threatens to consume us.
Together, we will brave the unknown, facing trials and revelations with unwavering resolve. But as we venture into the night, the sinister whispers of the shadow dragon grow louder, weaving their way into my thoughts, tempting and tormenting me.
"Choose," they hiss, their words like venom. "Embrace the darkness, or lose everything."
I clench my fists, feeling the sting of my bracelets against my skin. Not yet, I silently vow. Not while there is still hope. The journey has only just begun, and already the weight of the impending decision hangs heavy upon me. But one thing remains certain: I will not surrender without a fierce battle.
The path ahead may be treacherous, but I am determined to reclaim the light, to defy the shadows that seek to engulf us. With courage in my heart and steel in my spirit, I stand ready to face whatever challenges lie ahead. The fate of Altima and the world rests in our hands, and I am prepared to fight for it with every fiber of my being.
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