chapter 3: encounter with max

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Branden cautiously approached the mythical dragon, only known from the pages of books. As he draws nearer, the dragon’s eye awakens, startling Branden into a backward lunge. Attempting to escape into the forest, he encounters a wall of fire blocking his path.

Turning around, Branden finds himself surrounded in flames. Suddenly, a man with blazing red hair, captivating yellow and hazel eyes, and a muscular frame adorned with dragon wings, tail, and scales on his forearm appears before him. Confused and captivated, Branden gazes at the man, his blue and green eyes meeting the man’s hazel ones, his hazelnut brown hair fluttering in the wind, an his pale skin illuminated by the fire.

The flames dissipate as the tall man with tan skin approaches Branden, closely inspecting him. Lifting Branden into the air and tugging his hair, Branden squeaks in embarrassment, attempting to struggle against the man’s powerful grip. Politely asking to be set down, Branden, blushing, introduces himself.
Max, the tall man with dragon features, reveals his name and inquires about Branden's race.

Perplexed, Branden responds, expressing his lack of understanding. Requesting Branden's name, Max introduces himself and carefully places Branden on the ground, captivated by the smaller man's beauty. The exchange continues as they share names, and both find themselves mesmerised by the unique features of the other – Max with his dragon attributes and Branden with his mismatched eyes, hazel hair, and radiant skin. The enchanted forest witnesses an unexpected encounter that leaves both Max and Branden in a momentary trance of admiration.

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