The AllSpark's Chosen

Chapter 24: Embracing the Future

The next few days at **Malfoy Manor** passed in a blur of curiosity and excitement. Ever since Draco had received **Saber's mechanical dragon** as a birthday gift, the manor had become a hub of conversation and quiet experimentation.

The **metallic dragon**, which Draco had affectionately begun calling **Cinder**, became the center of attention. Its ability to combine **magic and Muggle technology** was a revelation to the pureblood wizards in the manor, and the possibilities it presented seemed limitless.

But the most fascinating thing about Cinder wasn't just its impressive build or its fluid movements. As Draco quickly discovered, **Cinder could learn**.

At first, Cinder followed simple commands—**fly**, **land**, and basic interaction with its surroundings. But as Draco spent more time with it, he realized that the more he used Cinder, the smarter it became. Its responses to commands became quicker, more intuitive, and its movements more fluid, as though it were starting to understand the world around it in a deeper way.

One evening, while Draco was experimenting with different commands, Cinder seemed to **anticipate his instructions** before he gave them. When Draco raised his wand, Cinder took to the air without being told to, hovering in place as it waited for the next task. Draco's eyebrows shot up in surprise.

"You're learning, aren't you?" Draco muttered, staring at the dragon with growing intrigue.

Cinder's glowing green eyes flickered in response, almost as if it understood him. The dragon flew gracefully around the room, performing a series of intricate loops before landing lightly on Draco's desk. Its tail curled around itself, and for a moment, the dragon seemed almost... alive.

Draco reached out and ran his fingers over Cinder's metal scales, marveling at how smooth and lifelike they felt. This wasn't just a machine anymore—this was something far more advanced. **Saber** had created more than just a magical pet; he had created a creature that could **adapt and evolve**.

"How far can you go?" Draco whispered, more to himself than to Cinder. The dragon tilted its head slightly, as if listening.

Nearby, **Blaise Zabini**, who had been sitting quietly, raised an eyebrow. "I didn't think it could do that. Is it supposed to get... smarter?"

Draco glanced over at him, a smirk tugging at the corners of his mouth. "Apparently so. It seems like the more I use it, the more it understands. It's... learning."

Blaise leaned closer, clearly impressed. "So, it's not just responding to commands—it's figuring things out on its own."

"Exactly," Draco said, his excitement growing. "Saber didn't just give me a dragon—he gave me something that can adapt. It's becoming more lifelike every day."

Blaise shook his head in disbelief. "You know, for someone who grew up without any real connection to Muggle technology, Saber seems to understand it better than most. This is... incredible."

Draco nodded, his eyes gleaming with pride. "He's always been different. But this—" he gestured to Cinder, "—this is something that could change everything."

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### **Meanwhile in the Grand Dining Hall**

While Draco and Blaise experimented with Cinder, the **Death Eaters** had gathered in the grand dining hall for a meeting. The room was filled with an air of tension as **Lucius Malfoy**, **Narcissa**, **Bellatrix**, **Severus Snape**, and other prominent Death Eaters sat at the long table. **Sirius Black** remained further in the shadows, his presence still a source of unease for many, though he had earned his place in Voldemort's ranks after the Azkaban breakout.