Descendants of the Dragons

The Dawn of a New Legacy

As the realization of her pregnancy settled over Mei Lin, she leaned into Kael, seeking comfort in his strong, steady presence. The knowledge that she was now carrying the future of the dragon lineage—two children who would one day inherit the power and responsibility that came with their birthright—filled her with a tumultuous mix of awe and fear. Everything was happening so quickly. Less than three weeks ago, she had been a virgin, a mere servant, and now, she was pregnant with twins, destined to become the mother of Imperial Dragons. The gravity of her situation weighed heavily on her heart.

Kael, too, seemed to be grappling with the enormity of the moment. His usually sharp and focused gaze was distant as if lost in a sea of thoughts. For a while, he remained silent, his eyes fixed on some unseen point in the distance. Then, as if coming to a decision, he turned to her, his expression softening as he looked into her eyes.

"Are you happy?" he asked quietly.

The question took Mei Lin by surprise. happy? How could she even begin to answer that? So much had happened in such a short time that she hadn't even had a moment to process her feelings. She had gone from being a servant to a concubine, and now, she was carrying the Prince's heirs. It was all too much to comprehend.

Before she could formulate a response, Kael placed his large hand gently on her stomach. The warmth of his touch sent a shiver through her, and suddenly, she understood what he was asking. He was asking about the pregnancy, about how she felt carrying his children. Mei Lin's mind raced, trying to piece together her emotions. She knew that men of power needed heirs, and she had expected that one day, she might bear his child. But she hadn't expected it to happen so soon, and certainly not with twins.

As she thought back to her mother, who had borne her first child at eighteen, Mei Lin realized that she would barely be sixteen when her babies were due. The thought was both terrifying and exhilarating. She barely had time to adjust to being Kael's concubine, and now she was to become the mother of his children. Yet, as the initial shock began to fade, she found herself warming to the idea. After all, Kael had treated her with kindness and respect, and she had begun to develop feelings for him.

Kael's voice broke through her thoughts, grounding her. "We're in this together," he murmured, his tone filled with a quiet determination. "No matter what happens, I'll be here for you, for our children. You're not alone, Mei Lin."

His words, spoken with such sincerity, eased some of the tension in her heart. She looked up at him, seeing the resolve in his eyes, and slowly nodded. Though her mind was still reeling, there was comfort in his promise, in the knowledge that he would stand by her side. As they stood there, with the dragon eggs resting between them, Mei Lin felt a sense of peace begin to settle over her.

She was lucky, she realized. Of all the possible fates that could have befallen her, she had been chosen by Kael, a man of immense power and strength, yet one who had shown her unexpected kindness. In just a few days, she had risen from the ranks of a servant to that of a concubine, and now, she was carrying the future of the Imperial Dragon lineage.

No, having his children wasn't anything bad. On the contrary, her feelings toward Kael had already begun to blossom, like tiny, shy flowers hidden deep in her heart. Bearing his children, while unexpected, was a blessing. Mei Lin slowly nodded, a gentle, serene smile spreading across her face. Kael seemed relieved at her response, his tense shoulders relaxing as he leaned in to kiss her gently, a promise of the future they would share.

The eggs had been retrieved the moment they were laid, brought to Kael discreetly under the cover of dawn. No one outside of their immediate circle knew of their existence, and now, the focus would be on keeping both the eggs and Mei Lin's pregnancy a secret for as long as possible. The gestation period for dragon descendants was notoriously short, barely six months, and in that time, they would have to ensure that no one discovered the truth. The birth of twins was a rare and significant event in the dragon lineage, one that could shift the balance of power in unforeseen ways.

Kael took it upon himself to make meticulous arrangements for the dragon eggs, ensuring they were well hidden and protected. To bolster their secrecy, Princess SoKael decided to stay and assist. She skillfully crafted excuses to the capital, explaining that she would be staying with them to "hang out" and would return together for the Spring Festival in two months. Her presence was a welcome support, providing both a cover and an extra layer of security. With SoKael's help, Kael felt more confident that they could keep both Mei Lin and the eggs safe.