snakes and dragons
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Last published Fri, Aug 25, 2023
What would you do if you were promised power but at a great price?
The night of the summer solstice changes everything for Lily Everguard, a 17-year-old shunned by the fae of valour for her parent's choices. Now, Lily yearns to be accepted and to have a place in the royal guard. But, when everything she's ever wanted is promised upon stumbling across a secret, Lily finds herself troubled by her life-threatening ideals. Is it worth risking her life for a crumbling monarchy? Will her conscience allow her to do whatever is needed to restore her family's reputation?
Once you're in you can't escape the dragon's lair...
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my first time writing so bear with me!
also published on ao3: https://archiveofourown.org/works/49211290/chapters/124172203
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