Chapter 15:"Returning"

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As Vahaemorys  entered the cave, he couldn't see the true dragon or the Ancient clearly due to its immense size. Only its razor-sharp teeth were visible in the dim light from his lamp. But what exactly is a true dragon?

A true dragon is a majestic and ancient creature, often known for its enormous size, exceptional intelligence, formidable magical powers, and a lifespan that far surpasses that of other dragons. They are considered the original and purest form of dragons, setting them apart from other dragon species, like lesser dragons. These magnificent beings are both revered and feared, seen as wise entities with the ability to shape the destiny of the world.

Now, you might wonder, how do Valyrian dragons fit into this picture? Well, the truth is, when true dragons lay eggs, there's a slim chance of another true dragon emerging—less than 5%. So what's inside those other dragon eggs? They contain dragons with pure dragon blood, much like Valyrian dragons. But they lack the pure inheritance of their true counterparts.  These dragons can indeed grow large and powerful, but they lack the same intelligence. They're more like beasts than the majestic true dragons. And importantly, from these dragon, another true dragon won't emerge. That's why the population of true dragons is scarce and considered sacred.

As Vahaemorys observed the dragonlings around him, he noticed that most of them resembled Valyrian dragons, while others bore the appearance of true dragons. It filled Vahaemorys  with a sense of joy and contentment to be in their presence. With each passing moment, he felt a strong spiritual connection forming between himself and the dragonlings, growing more potent with every second.

Vahaemorys turned to Ramoth, his confusion evident in his expression. She let out a gentle chuckle and explained, "My King, please forgive my earlier abruptness. The moment you became the Dragon King, every dragon in the world became subject to your command, including these young ones." Ramoth's words held deep respect for Vahaemorys  .

Suddenly, the attention of the dragonlings shifted in Vahaemorys's direction. The true dragons babies bowed their heads in reverence to Vahaemorys , while those resembling Valyrian dragons babies approached him with curious and respectful eyes. Vahaemorys  couldn't help but smile at their display of respect.

One bold dragonling from their midst leaped toward Jay's shoulder, but Ramoth swiftly caught its wings, preventing it from landing. In the eyes of true dragons, even a dragonling couldn't show disrespect to the Dragon King. Ramoth used her bloodline suppression ability to gather the dragonlings in a corner.

Vahaemorys reassured Ramoth, saying, "It's alright, Ramoth." She gently placed the eager dragonling back on the ground. Vahaemorys  then expressed his urgency, "I need to return to Valyria as soon as possible." Ramoth agreed and followed him. Before leaving, Ramoth gave specific instructions to the dragonlings, "Do not leave this place until I return." With that, they continued on their way.

Outside the inner cave, other true dragons awaited Vahaemorys's emergence. As he stepped out, they approached him with deep respect, bowing before their newly crowned Dragon King. One of them stepped forward and spoke, "My King, I have arranged for a few dragons to accompany you. While they may not be true dragons, they are formidable and fiercely loyal." Vahaemorys  was grateful for the unexpected support.

Then, Drakaroth, Typharon, and Vaeloria approached Vahaemorys, exchanging glances. They addressed him while bowing, "My King, may we come with you?" Vahaemorys  welcomed their presence with a smile. He then inquired, "Can you alter your appearance, adjusting your eyes and hair to resemble that of a Valyrian?" They readily agreed. With a glow, their eyes and hair transformed, taking on the appearance of a Valyrian.

Then Terramor stepped forward and said, "My King, I propose that we keep the existence of true dragons and your true identity a secret." The true dragons had worked diligently to conceal their existence, using their powers to seal Vahaemorys's presence and prevent any unnatural phenomena from occurring during his transformation into the Dragon King. The only thing they couldn't hide was the knowledge of their king's birth to other dragon species. They needed this secrecy to regain their strength to its peak, as they knew that their adversaries were far from weak.