The Bones of The Rabbit

Chapter 61 - End of Arc 1

Lady Dimitrescu let out a soft growl, your taste fresh in her mouth and the mouth of her dragon form. She felt her body transform while on top of her castle. She looked back at you, Daniela helped carry you on Cassandra's shoulder and kept your wounded leg supported. Your eyes were full of amazement, warming Alcina's heart.

Her claws gripped the edge of the castle and she flew off for the church. She had cast a shadow under her, your flesh and blood imbuing strength in her limbs and her dragon's maw. Just as she saw Mother Miranda, a deep roar escaped her dragon's throat, landing in front of her. "So you showed (Y/N) your true form." Mother Miranda hissed. "And what did it take? Their whole body? The core of their being?" She added, her wings becoming long and leg-like. "I don't kill those I love. They gave me a gift, and I won't let it go in vain." She reared up, claws slashing wildly. Alcina picked up Mother Miranda, grinning. "And I won't let you destroy my home. We'll do this the only fair way." She hissed, her voice echoing within her body.

Mother Miranda stabbed her legs into the soft ground, eyes wide with disbelief as Lady Dimitrescu yanked her away from the earth with a strong tug. The sound of her wings were almost deafening, causing Mother Miranda to squirm. "You'll never be able to kill me!" Mother Miranda hissed, fear filling her senses.

Even in your most dangerous body, you still radiate beauty.

Mother Miranda sunk her clawed legs into Alcina's torso as she flew up. A deep roar filled the air as Alcina felt pain. "Death comes for us all." She reminded, eyes filled with wrath.

Alcina flew higher into the air, catching sight of her castle. You were safe there. She felt another stab of pain run through her. Mother Miranda had stabbed her close to her writhing form. A loud growl enveloped Alcina, letting go of Mother Miranda, swooping down to catch her and adjust her grip. "What do you think you're doing!?" Mother Miranda snarled, her bottom right appendage ripped off and thrown to the ground hundreds of feet below after crushing it in her claws. Alcina didn't answer, focused on her revenge.

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Daniela watched in horror as the two wrestled in the air, eyes wide. It wasn't until she realized something. They were making their way for the mountains. They were making their way here! Daniela grabbed your attention, eyes full of panic. "I have to see them! I have to make sure Alci is safe!" You cried out. "I can't risk you dying, (Y/N)! You're going to a cell, for your own safety." The way you struggled and screamed for Alcina broke her heart, but your scream was returned with a bellowing roar. Looking back, Daniela watched as her mother pressed Mother Miranda against the mountain with incredible strength, grinding away flesh as she flew and held her down. Cassandra stared ahead as they were getting close.

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Mother Miranda felt pain intensify, her blood dripping from her face. When was the last time she felt this much pain? She tried to look up at Alcina, but was dragged along the mountains again. "You took my prey!" Mother Miranda felt fear run through her, Alcina's voice was frightening now that she understood the wrath she was feeling. Mother Miranda couldn't respond, the strength in Alcina's body and voice was paralyzing.

Then, Mother Miranda struck her remaining ligaments into Alcina's chest, hearing a loud scream of agony. "I'll tear you to shreds!" Mother Miranda used leverage to pin Alcina to the mountain, trying to strike her more sensitive form. She tried to pry Alcina's draconic mouth open, but then a terrible throbbing. Looking down, she realized what was happening.

Are you... Going to split me in half !?

Alcina felt her dragon's teeth grind flesh and bone, her eyes filled with anger as the moonlight perfectly lit Mother Miranda's dark blood. "W-what are you doing!?" Mother Miranda screeched out, eyes massive. The rubble and jagged stones pressed into Alcina's softer flesh. Alcina shifted her weight, her jaws severing Mother Miranda's ligaments and legs. Her claws clamped around her shoulders, then a soft growl.

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Cassandra stared in fear as the sound of splitting stone and earth filling the air. She had to get you somewhere safe, their distance was nearing far closer than what was comfortable. As she and Daniela brought you to a cell, her mind raced with so many questions. What was she and her sister to do? How would she forgive you for the death of her mother? The thought of Moira came to mind, but shook off the harsh thought that you had replaced her. You didn't know this was going to happen.

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Alcina hauled Mother Miranda into the air, making her way above the church. The moon was so bright and the clouds were bare. "You can't kill me! Alcina! Think before you strike!" Mother Miranda pleaded. "I'm sorry! I'm sorry I took (Y/N)! I'm sorry, I shouldn't have done what I've done!" Mother Miranda pleaded for forgiveness, but the damage was already done. Alcina clamped her jaws just below Mother Miranda's shoulders, a loud gutteral growl vibrating through the rest of her body. "You'll regret shaming the name of Dimitrescu." Alcina hissed, dropping the rest of her body over the church.

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You sat in your cell, not receiving answers from Daniela nor Cassandra. "You need to tell me what happened happened. You got to see her before we went, please, tell me that she's safe." You whimpered out, gazing up as you swore you heard the sound of claws that slowly staggered into heels. Bela helped someone down the steps. The pale torch light illuminating the room enough to see Lady Alcina Dimitrescu.

Alcina looked up at you, Daniela opened the cell, Alcina leaning against it as she held one of her wounds. She looked scared, tired, and somewhat affectionate. "I love you." Your words felt like a comforting blanket, a small smile on her lips.

I love you so much.