That time I got reincarnated as a female true dragon

Chapter 2: The journey begins

The morning sun painted the valley in hues of gold and green. Velriza stood at the edge of the familiar territory she had called home for the past two years, her sleek scales shimmering under the warm light. She had spent countless hours here, honing her powers and coming to terms with her new existence as a True Dragon, and as a female. Now, it was time to leave. The vast world beyond awaited her, filled with untold secrets, and her heart thumped with anticipation.

She glanced over her shoulder one last time, a small smile playing on her lips. The valley was quiet, except for the rustle of leaves and the soft chirping of birds. It was a place of peace, of growth, but Velriza felt a pull in her heart — a need to venture out and discover more about herself and the world she now inhabited. She spread her wings, feeling the tension in the powerful muscles, and with a mighty leap, she launched herself into the air.

The First Flight: A Sense of Freedom

Velriza soared high above the mountains, her wings slicing through the thin morning mist. Each beat of her wings sent a powerful rush of air down to the earth below, lifting her higher into the clear blue sky. She laughed, the sound echoing around her like a melody. The exhilaration of flight, of freedom, filled her entire being. The feeling was unmatched — the ground shrinking away, the horizon stretching endlessly before her, and the wind whipping through her mane.

"I wonder what lies beyond those distant mountains," she thought aloud, speaking to no one but herself. Her voice carried in the wind, full of curiosity and wonder. She felt the hum of magicules in the air, a constant, subtle vibration that resonated with her own core. This world was alive in ways she was only beginning to understand, and she was eager to learn more.

As she flew, she began to experiment with her abilities, testing her agility and speed. She folded her wings and dove sharply, the wind roaring past her ears, then spread them wide to catch the air, pulling herself into a graceful loop. She felt the rush of magicules surge through her veins, enhancing her strength and reflexes, and she laughed again, louder this time.

"This is incredible!" she exclaimed, her voice a joyous roar. "I feel... so free!"

Her thoughts drifted to her siblings — the mighty Velzard, her elder sister; Velgrynd, the fierce and proud Flame Dragon; and Veldora, the tempestuous Storm Dragon. She imagined Velzard, with her calm and composed demeanor, watching over the world with a careful eye. Velgrynd's fiery spirit must be somewhere, blazing a trail across the lands with unmatched ferocity. And Veldora... she smiled to herself, thinking of his wild and unpredictable nature.

But her thoughts did not stop there. She could not forget Veldanava, the Creator, the God of this world, and her eldest brother. The memories of his gentle guidance, his wisdom, and the love he had shown his siblings were still fresh in her mind. He was the one who had given her this name, Velriza, and she felt a deep connection to him, even though he was no longer in the physical world.

"I wonder how Veldanava would view my journey," she mused quietly. "Would he be proud of me? Or would he guide me to walk a path different from the one I'm about to take?"

Her bond with Veldanava was special, and she often found herself thinking of him, seeking his silent approval in her actions. His absence left a void that she knew could never be filled, but his presence lingered in her heart, guiding her as she explored this vast world he had created.

"What would you do, Velgrynd?" Velriza pondered, thinking of her sister's fiery determination. "Would you seek out challenges? Or would you stand by Veldanava's side, protecting what he loved most?"

She wondered how her siblings would react to her newfound strength, to the path she was carving out for herself. Would Velzard see her as an equal, or still as the younger sister who had yet to prove herself? Would Velgrynd respect her, or challenge her to a test of strength? And Veldora... would he try to playfully best her, or would he embrace her as a sister who had come into her own?