A Dragon's Love

Chapter 2

The air was thick with anticipation as Yeji and Hyunjin pushed through the crowded clearing. Dragon hybrids of various clans gathered under the dense canopy of the ancient forest, their scales glinting in the dappled sunlight. The tension was palpable, a mixture of fear and anger simmering just beneath the surface.

Yeji's heart pounded in her chest, her orange eyes scanning the crowd. She could see hybrids with shimmering scales in every hue imaginable, their wings folded neatly against their backs, and their eyes filled with a shared sense of purpose. It was a sight to behold, a testament to the unity of the dragon hybrid community in the face of a common enemy.

Hyunjin stood beside her, his expression grim. "This is it, Yeji. The beginning of something big."

Yeji nodded, her eyes narrowing as their leader, a formidable dragon hybrid named Jackson, stepped onto the platform. His presence commanded immediate attention, his dark scales glinting like obsidian. Jackson raised a clawed hand, and the murmurs of the crowd fell silent.

"Brothers and sisters," Jackson's voice rang out, powerful and unwavering. "For too long, we have lived in the shadows, hiding from the humans who seek to destroy us. For too long, we have endured their hatred and violence, watching as they capture and kill our kind without remorse."

A ripple of agreement swept through the crowd, low growls and murmurs of approval rising in response.

Jackson continued, his voice growing more intense. "The humans have proven time and again that they are a threat to our existence. They do not understand us, and their ignorance breeds fear. That fear turns into violence, and that violence has cost us dearly."

Yeji felt a surge of anger and sorrow at Jackson's words, remembering the stories her parents told her about the persecution they had faced. She glanced at Hyunjin, who wore a similarly fierce expression.

Jackson's eyes scanned the crowd, his gaze piercing. "But we are not powerless. We are strong, and we have each other. It is time to stop hiding and start fighting. We must protect our homes, our families, and our future. We must overthrow the humans and reclaim our place in this world."

The crowd erupted in a chorus of roars and cheers, their collective fury and determination filling the air. Yeji's heart swelled with pride and resolve. This was their moment, their chance to change their fate.

Hyunjin leaned closer to Yeji, his voice low but fervent. "We're going to be part of this, Yeji. We'll make a difference."

Yeji nodded, her eyes never leaving Jackson. "For our family. For all dragon hybrids."

Jackson raised his hands again, and the crowd gradually quieted. "This will not be easy. The humans are numerous and well-armed. But we have something they do not—our unity, our strength, and our resolve. We will strike swiftly and decisively. We will show them that we are not to be trifled with."

Yeji felt a thrill of fear and excitement. The path ahead would be dangerous, but the thought of fighting for their freedom, for a world where they could live without fear, gave her strength.

Jackson's voice softened slightly, a note of solemnity entering his tone. "Some of us may fall, but we will fall as warriors, fighting for our people. And our legacy will live on through those who come after us. We are dragons. We are powerful. And we will rise."

The crowd erupted once more, the sound deafening. Yeji joined in, her voice blending with the others, a fierce cry of defiance and hope.

As the meeting began to disperse, Yeji turned to Hyunjin, determination burning in her eyes. "We need to prepare. There's a lot of work to do."