The Enchanted Warriors (Dragon Riders AU)

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The dining hall was alive with the clatter of plates and the murmur of conversation as students enjoyed their meals. The warm glow of enchanted chandeliers cast dancing shadows across the long banquet tables.

Suddenly, the air shifted. A hush rippled through the room as Professor Willow stepped onto the stage at the front of the hall. Her presence commanded attention, but it was her dragon-a sleek silver beast with glowing violet eyes-that truly silenced the crowd. It peeked through the glass, its sharp gaze scanning the hall.

With an impatient flick of its tail, the dragon knocked over a glass, sending it crashing to the floor. Some students gasped, while others straightened in their seats.

All at once, the students rose from their chairs, bowing their heads in respect.

Then, Professor Willow spoke. Her voice, amplified by magic, boomed through the hall like a rolling storm.

"Students."

"The first-year Hollow Hunt will begin soon," Professor Willow announced, her voice ringing through the dining hall. "But before that, our new students must understand the Forbidden Forest and the way of Mistway."

She paused, her sharp gaze sweeping over the students before glancing up at the dragons perched in the rafters. Their eyes glowed in the dim light, watching in silence.

"Seniors," she continued, "you will guide the first-years through the forest. Show them the paths, teach them its dangers, and ensure they know how to navigate Mistway."

Her lips curved into a slight smile as she noticed the seating arrangement. "I see you've already grouped yourselves by table-good. Stay with your teams. Now, go. Lead them into the forest and prepare them for what awaits."

Taehyung's eyes were fixed on Professor Willow, his expression unreadable. But Y/N couldn't focus on the lecture-not when she could feel his leg against hers. At first, it was just a light touch, but then, if she wasn't mistaken, he shifted forward.
Now, both of his legs were against hers.

He sat there, calm and composed, as if nothing was unusual.
But Y/N knew better.
Because his leg was touching hers.
Her heart pounded, her mind spinning like a wild rollercoaster. She should move-pull away, create space-but for some reason, she didn't.

Couldn't.

It was as if her legs were frozen in place. No. Not just her legs-she was frozen. Held captive by the simple, electric press of his touch.

Not by fear.

Not by hesitation.

But by him.

His presence wrapped around her like an invisible force, making every nerve in her body hyper-aware of his warmth. A simple touch-just his legs against hers-and yet, it felt like a silent claim, something unspoken but impossible to ignore.

The professor's voice faded into the background, her words meaningless. Y/N wasn't listening.
Because in that moment, all her attention was on him. her world had shrunk to just this.

To him.

And the maddening way he was setting her entire being on fire without even trying.

The team was set-Jin, Yoongi, Hoseok, Jimin, Jungkook, Taehyung, Namjoon, Y/N, Hanbin, Bambam, Sana, and Tori. Each of them held a map, the parchment slightly worn, etched with intricate paths and cryptic markings. It would be their only guide through the Forbidden Forest.

Professor Willow's voice had echoed through the hall just minutes ago, her tone sharp and commanding.

"Your lesson begins in fifteen minutes. Pack your bags with everything you'll need for the night. Move quickly."