Valkyrie | Fourth Wing Empyrean | Liam Mairi | Dain Aetos

Run.
The word has haunted Elliot Calista's mind since that terrible day years ago. Memories of fear, chaos, and betrayal swirl like a storm she can never fully escape. But Elliot is done running. She's determined to face her problems head-on, with a brutal resolve that none will expect. She's not the girl they knew in Tyrrendor anymore.
Dain Aetos senses something different about the first-year woman a few squads over. Cadet Calista shouldn't concern him-she's not even in his squad or section-yet, he can't shake the feeling she's hiding secrets. His father's stern warning echoes: stay away from Calista. But that advice feels impossible; from their first meeting, she socked him in the jaw-a fiery spark that left him both surprised, intrigued, and on his mind. Dain can't stop thinking about her.
Liam Mairi, Ellie's longtime friend, is in his squad with Bodhi Durran's help. But beneath his easy smile lies a deeper truth-Liam has cared for her longer than mere friendship. He thought she was dead for years, but seeing her again reignited his childhood crush. He's watched her from afar, harboring feelings he's afraid to reveal. Does Ellie realize how much she means to him? Or will she dismiss his feelings as just another game? Liam's longing gaze, masked behind charm, hopes she'll see him as more someday.
Unbeknownst to all, Elliot has bonded a fiery dragon that refuses to let her be harmed. Her presence is silent but fierce-a protective shadow watching over her as she steps into an uncertain future, ready to defend against any threat. When you carry secrets and are haunted by your past, sometimes your greatest strength is knowing you're never truly alone.
Elliot Calista doesn't know how to give up. She is a warrior, a fighter...
A Valkyrie.
Dain Aetos x FemOC x Liam Mairi love triangle.