The Dragon Kings and the Prophecy [SAMPLE]

2 - EverMate Ball

Everly POV

I make my way out of my room and down the two flights of stairs of our quaint 4-bedroom townhouse cottage. When I reach the main staircase, I see Lord Handich, Lady Annabel and my parents talking near the front door in our foyer.

Lord Handich, the Chancellor of New Glim (what the oldies would call a mayor) was wearing a black tux that shined against the twinkle of the chandelier. Lady Annabel wore a black sequin ball gown, fitted to her bodice, and flared out at the thighs; a big black bow settled on her lower back.

What catches my eye are the four tall and buff armed security guards standing by the door. Their purple eyes tell me they are from the demon realm. No wonder they are so tall, goodness they must easily be 8 feet. I can make out their sharp talon like claws resting on their sides. They have earpieces in their ears and wear all black suits. They could pass as henchmen in those old mafia stories; all they need is those colorful tracksuits.

As I reach halfway down the stairs, my parents stop their chatter and look at me as do everyone else. My father clears his throats and comes to the bottom step, meeting me with his glossy eyes.

"You look beautiful peanut," he whispered to me, kissing me softly on my head. I leaned into him, smelling his musty old spice cologne.

"Thanks Dad," I smile back at him. He takes my hand and escorts me to our guests. My mom envelopes me in a hug. I close my eyes and enjoy the moment. "You look beautiful sweetheart," my mom says, rubbing my arms in comfort. "Remember to mind your manners, follow the rules and you will be home in the morning, okay?" She says, almost as if she is reassuring herself.

I gave her a tight lip smile and a nod.

"You look lovely Everly," Lady Annabel cooed by my side, taking my gloved hand gently in hers.

"Not nearly as lovely as you, my Ladyship" I bow slightly in return. Lady Annabel is a good friend of my mom. I usually call her Anna or Annabel and we often hang out with my mom and sister Gracie, but since we are in a formal setting, I must show her the respect of her title. Old fashioned laws remember.

Lord Handich clears his throat now. "Yes, she is most definitely the loveliest" he says about his wife. There is nothing but pure admiration in his eyes for her. "We should get going Everly. Tonight is a big night. I hear even King Lucian is going to make an appearance." he says as he whisks me towards the door. The security guards make a block around us, and I look over my shoulder to see my parents hugging each other and waving me goodnight.

We are ushered into a black and silver HoverCarriage. It's the latest TR model, like the Lamborghini's of the old times. There are 4 Range Hovers surrounding the Carriage, 2 on each side, the security escort is no joke.

"Your Excellency?" I quietly ask as I settle into my seat. "Hmm?" I get as a response. He is looking at his HoloPhone. It's a chip in your skin that can project to a screen like a computer. The advancement of this this new society is a insane especially with Magic back in the world.

"Why so much Security? I've never seen you or her Ladyship with more than 4 guards." I say cautiously.

"Actually... the extra security is for you dear. By special order of The Oracle. It seems no expense was spared to ensure your safe arrival tonight." Lord Handich said. Great. Just peachy like cobbler. What the hell is so important that a little human girl needs 12-armed demon guards to escort her to a party?

The ride to the travel tunnel was uneventful. The clustered homes blurred into tall office buildings and then blurred into a forest canopy. The large tunnel was in the side of the mountain where the old dilapidated "Hollywood" sign was now ancient ruins. The tunnel, funneled by magic, teleports objects anywhere in the world. We are going to the Land of Sandsbar, what people 200 years ago referred to as Saudi Arabia. To take a hovercraft would take about 10 hours. Tunnel travel takes about 9 minutes.