The Last Surviving Fairy Princess (Book 1 of The Fairy Princess Series)

Chapter 4

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The sun had set, and the moon was high in the sky. As Amara, Gabriel, and Drakon set up camp for the night. The trio had been traveling for days, and they were exhausted. As they sat around the campfire, Amara and Gabriel stole glances at each other, their hearts beating faster with each passing moment.

"Gabriel," Amara said softly, "I need to tell you something."

Gabriel gently turned to her, his piercing blue eyes meeting hers. "What is it, Amara?"

"I... I think I'm falling in love with you," she whispered tenderly, her glowing cheeks flushing with embarrassment.

Gabriel's expression softened, and he took her hand in his. "Amara, I've been in love with you since the moment I laid eyes on you. I just didn't know how to tell you."

The two exchanged a look, and then Gabriel leaned in to tenderly kiss her. It was a gentle tentative kiss at first, but soon it deepened, and they lost themselves in each other's passionate embrace.

As they pulled away, Amara looked up at Gabriel, her eyes shining dazzlingly with genuine emotion. "I don't want to lose you, Gabriel. Not now, not ever."

Gabriel smiled gently, his hand gently caressing her cheek. "You won't lose me, Amara. I'll always be here for you, no matter what."

Drakon looked between the two of them and smiled gently, happy for his friends.

Drakon spoke up. "You two make an interesting pair," he said, looking at Amara and Gabriel. "A fairy princess and an Alpha werewolf."

Amara smiled gently. "Love knows no bounds," she said. "Besides, our differences make us stronger."

Drakon chuckled. "I suppose you're right," he said. "Love and friendship can be powerful allies."

Gabriel put his arm around Amara. "She's right," he said. "We complement each other and will need that to defeat the dark force."

As they rested, Amara spoke up. "Do you think we're getting closer to the dark force?" she asked.

"I can feel its presence growing stronger," Gabriel replied, his eager eyes scanning the surrounding forest.

Drakon added, "We must be cautious. The dark force will not go down without a fight."

Amara nodded in agreement. "We have to be properly prepared for anything," she said. "But for now, let's rest and regain our strength."

As they settled in for the night, Amara, Gabriel, and Drakon felt a sense of camaraderie and strength. They knew they were in for a tough fight, but they also knew they had each other. And with that, they drifted off to sleep, ready for whatever lay ahead.

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They continued their journey the next day through the magical realm, Drakon decided it was time to share his life story with Amara and Gabriel. He knew they needed to know more about him, especially if they were to have a chance at defeating the dark force that threatened their world.

"I wasn't always a warrior," Drakon began, his voice low and rumbling. "When I was young, I was just like any other dragon. I had a comfortable life, with plenty of food and a warm place to sleep. But everything changed when the dark force first appeared in our world."

Drakon paused, his kind eyes clouded with the unforgettable memories of that dark time. "They came with their formidable armies of dark creatures, burning villages and killing anyone who stood in their way. My family and I were forced to flee, and we spent years wandering the land, trying to stay alive."

Drakon took a deep breath, steadying himself. "It was during that time that I realized I couldn't just sit back and watch as my world was instantly destroyed. I properly began training as a mighty warrior, learning how to fight fiercely and properly defend myself. And as I grew stronger, I realized I had a duty to protect those who couldn't protect themselves."

Amara and Gabriel listened intently; their eyes fixed on Drakon's powerful form. "I fought fiercely in many victorious battles," Drakon continued. "And I lost many dear friends along the way. But I never gave up, because I knew I was fighting for something greater than myself. I was fighting for the future of our world and for the innocent people and mythical creatures who lived in it."

Drakon fell silent for a moment, lost in thought. "When I met you two," he said finally, "I knew I had found kindred spirits. Noble warriors who were willing to fight for what was right, no matter the cost. And I knew that with your help, we could finally defeat the dark force and restore peace to our world."

Amara and Gabriel willingly exchanged a look, filled with mutual respect and genuine admiration for their dear friend. "Thank you for generously sharing your story with us, Drakon," Amara said, her voice full of genuine emotion. "We are honored to fight by your side."