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For thousands of years, dragonkind stood unmatched. Now they face their gravest threat. Their king is cursed.
A cursed dragon king seeks a human bride to break his curse before the full moon, risking love, betrayal, and survival.
Key Takeaways
- The curse on the dragon king threatens the survival of dragonkind.
- Only a human fated mate can break the curse, but the process is deadly for her.
- Love and loyalty are tested amidst political schemes and supernatural forces.
- Sacrifice is central to breaking the curse and saving loved ones.
- The bond between Asher and Alina challenges traditional boundaries between humans and dragons.
Summary
- Dragonkind faces extinction due to a curse on their king that must be broken by the next full moon.
- The dragon king, Asher, believes a human girl, Alina, is his fated mate who can break the curse.
- Alina struggles with her role as the dragon king's bride and the dangers it brings to her and her grandmother.
- Political intrigue and betrayal unfold within the dragon court, with rivals plotting against Alina and Asher.
- The ritual to break the curse involves a forced marriage and a bond that could cost Alina her life.
- Alina tries to protect her grandmother, who suffers from a deadly illness called frost fever.
- Asher battles his own inner turmoil between his dragon nature and his growing love for Alina.
- Enemies kidnap Alina to eliminate her and secure power, but Asher comes to her rescue.
- The story explores themes of sacrifice, love beyond species, and the fight against destiny.
- The episode ends with unresolved tension about the curse, the fate of the dragon king, and Alina’s survival.
Chapters
- 00:00The Curse on the Dragon King
- 03:31Ritual and Treason in the Dragon Court
- 06:42The Fated Mate and Breaking the Curse
- 10:29Alina’s Struggle and Political Intrigue
- 14:30The Forced Wedding and Bonding Ceremony
- 17:04Kidnapping and Rescue
- 20:05The Fate of the Dragon King and Alina
- 24:42Love, Sacrifice, and Uncertain Futures
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All of you out. I'm out of time. If this curse isn't broken by the next full moon, you know how this ends.
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Trust me, we'll find her. When? Find that woman who can break the curse or pick out a gravestone. Make it big enough to fit the name of every last dragon.
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Your majesty, please forgive me. We missed one girl.
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Your fiancée is mine now. Try not to scream when the dragon eats you.
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No. Diego, tell me this isn't real. Elena, don't make this harder than it has to be.
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You know the rules. Peace demands a virgin offering. And Selena? Well, that ship sailed.
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Please. You can't do this to her. You're sending her to hell.
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Grandmother, disrupting the ritual is treason. You really want to die for this?
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Don't touch my granny. You promised you'd cure her cold plague. You're nothing but a fool. We won't spend another penny on an old hag.
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Don't touch my granny. Alina, run. Please run.
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Alina, no. Alina, run. The dragon is coming. Run.
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Alina. No. What a beautiful girl. Could she be the one to break my curse?
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She can touch me and withstand my heat. Could she actually be the one? No.
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Who are you? Asher. I'm Elina. Were you taken by the dragon as well? What is that?
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What are you doing? Run. This feeling, it must be her. She's the one. My fated mate.
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If I mate with her before the full moon, the curse breaks. Why does this thing fear him?
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What are you really? My bride. Don't tell me you don't recognize your own dear husband.
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You... You're a dragon. Why would you lie to me? Damn it. The last full moon is coming and the fire in my veins just keeps getting worse. Don't run.
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He's burning up. Is this what dragons feel like? Are you hurt? Just don't try anything. I'll help you. Her touch, it quiets the pain.
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You pervert. What is wrong with you? I should have never took pity on you.
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Pervert. That's a new one. The more popular term is monster. Don't come any closer. That was my first kiss. It was meant for the man I love. You had no right to take it.
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You have nowhere to run, my bride. I'll be taking more. Like your body, your first night. I would sooner die than be claimed by a monster.
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I can't breathe. Where is he? I have to see Asher. My grandmother has the winter fever. I can't stay here. The dragon king will see you tonight. Soon you'll be his bride.
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Don't worry about your grandmother. She's in good hands. The king will cure her illness.
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So much as it lays a hand upon me tonight, I'll— No. What am I thinking? He's too powerful. I have to get out of here.
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What do you think you're doing? Who let you in here? Even Miss Iris isn't allowed into the dragon king's chambers. Yet, he actually let you stay here. Asher brought me here.
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Oh, I see. You must be the human thing he dragged back. God, you're even worse up close. And you think you belong at his side?
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My lady, I can't imagine why his majesty would think some gutter rat like her could possibly change his fate. Who are you? What do you want?
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Are you questioning me? You don't speak here. Don't look at me like that, you pathetic little human. Let me make this clear. I am the one Asher will marry, the future queen.
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And you? You're just a tool that he'll use and discard.
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Please stop. I just need to see Asher. If you can't even handle a little fire, how do you expect to warm his bed?
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My lady, what if she's a fraud? A spy from the humans. You're right. Let's see if you're really his fated bride.
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You've disturbed my bride. Scared? Did she hurt you? Thank you, Asher. You belong only to me. No one but me can touch you. Others have no right.
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That's enough. She'll die. Leave now. Such a kind little thing. Why is it every time I find you, you've managed to end up in danger?
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Give me your hand. Very clever. You already know that defying me is pointless. Now you'll learn something else. In my world, there's no point in running.
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What did you do to me? Easy. It's a reward for behaving and a way for me to find you.
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Whenever you forget where you belong, go on, change. The ceremony awaits my bride. Do you take one another in honor to bind your lives as one and offer yourselves holy and willingly unto each other? I do.
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That better be the nerves. Or are you planning to die on me already? You may seal the bond with a kiss.
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You can force the wedding, but you'll never make me your wife. That was never the part I needed.
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Then what do you want from me? Why me? I don't love you. I don't even want you.
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Then what is it you want? Freedom. A clever little escape.
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You're bold. I admire that. It's touching, really. All of it for your dear grandmother.
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That's why I brought her to witness our beautiful union. Now you have 3 seconds. Three.
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Two. One. Satisfied now? Hardly. When the ceremony ends, you'll come to my chambers and don't even think about running.
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You're certain it's her, a human. If she eases your pain, then she is the one. Once you take her, the curse will break. But there is something you must understand. What?
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Your power is too much for her. The moment the curse breaks, she burns to ashes. And when she's gone, you'll need a new bride. So, it comes to this. Only one of us walks away alive.
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That gravestone I asked you to pick out, put her name on it. Enjoy the night.
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It might be your last. You're the dragon king. You rule over this world. You can have anyone you want.
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Your first night. What? I don't want to be your bride at all. You've got the wrong girl.
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Give me everything this world has to offer. It wouldn't change a thing. I'm not yours to buy. Let me go. I'm going to find my granny.
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I hear your grandmother is dying of frost fever, right? Let me make one thing clear. I'm the only one in this world who can save your grandmother.
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Tell me, do you wish for me to save her, or would you rather stand there and watch the frost consume her piece by piece? The choice is yours.
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Bring her grandmother here at once. No, please don't. I need more time. I have to get grandma out of this place.
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Think, Alina, fast. You know, this is my first time. I always thought it'd be a little more romantic than this, but here, like this,
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I can't suddenly feel ready. Fine. I'll have the chamber prepared properly. My maids will escort you later tonight.
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Um, no. Tomorrow, please. Just give me some time to prepare myself. I promise I'll behave.
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Fine. But first thing tomorrow morning, I expect you ready. And listen carefully, little human. I'm running out of patience. So don't test me with any more schemes.
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Thank God. I bought myself some time. Now I just need to find Grandma and get us out of here.
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Going somewhere this late? I... I couldn't sleep. I was just taking a walk.
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Watching the man you love prepare his bed for another woman, that must sting. I have a proposal.
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Help me get rid of her and you can still become dragon queen. Do I look stupid to you? If she dies, Asher dies. And then what exactly would I be queen of?
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If he dies, I ascend the throne. And when I become king, tell me, Iris, who else would sit beside me but you? You control the maids and the guards trust you. Think about it.
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Your majesty, King Asher has prepared these for my queen. What's wrong? Help! The dragon queen collapsed.
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Don't move. If you ever want to see your grandmother again, keep quiet and come with me.
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Your Majesty, the Dragon Queen is gone.
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Your Majesty, we've searched all over Dragonstone. She's nowhere to be found.
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What are you doing? You said my grandmother was here. Sweet thing. You really are naive.
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This forest's where they dump the monsters too vicious to kill. We figured we'd have a little fun first, then let the monsters finish you off.
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Asher is my husband. The second he realizes I'm gone... You expect me to believe the mighty dragon king married some weak little human [expletive] like you?
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If Asher finds you, he'll tear every one of you apart. What if she's telling the truth? We only just got into Dragonstone.
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Oh, for God's sake. Don't be a goddamn idiot. Lady, I—
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when it kills him, Charles will inherit the throne. What do you mean he won't survive the full moon, Miss Moss? He'll only have a chance only if you remain by his side. You have to help him. What does any of this have to do with me? Only a fated mate can break a dragon's
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curse. That mate is you. You're the only one who can ease his suffering and save his life.
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I thought he was some cruel, obsessive monster, but maybe maybe he's just trying to survive.
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Your Majesty, you must consecumate the bond with Al Lima Moss before the full moon. Otherwise, there's nothing left we can do for you.
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High priest. Miss Moss is outside. She says she wishes to see you. Let her in. But she is not to know I'm here. I want to hear what she truly wants.
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Speak, human child. What is it you seek? Gold, longevity, love. Those are the things your kind forever beg the gods for. Actually, none of those. They told me you see all things. You must know King Asher and the curse consuming him. I came to ask for help for him. I know this ring
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is valuable. If I give it to you, will you help him? He's a good man. He doesn't deserve to die so young. The curse can only be broken one way. You must share his bed before the next full moon. Only
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then will his suffering end. There is no other path. Are you willing to do so? Give me your hand.
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This may hurt a little. This is a blood charm. Give it to your king. When the curse takes hold, this will ease his suffering.
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Asha, what is it? Well, I I wanted to give you this a lucky charm.
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Thank you. Anything else? Actually, I was wondering if maybe I could go home for a little while.
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I I know we had an agreement, but your majesty there's been a breach in the Frost Forest prison barrier. We've already sealed every entrance to Dragonstone. You were saying nothing. It's nothing. I'll leave you to it.
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I believe today is her grandmother's 70th birthday. Miss Moss Probert probably wanted to see her. Prepare a ship for her. Your Majesty, reopening the gates will drain your strength. Your condition worsens by the day, and the full moon is only 5 days away.
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You would still let her leave now. She carries my dragon band. I won't lose her, and I don't want to leave her with any regrets. This may be one of the few things I can still give her.
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This vessel will take you directly home, but you must return here to Dragonstone within 3 days.
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As long as Asher lives, I'll never sit on that throne. and your daughter will continue to rot in the dragon flame pit. Don't pretend like Iris did this to herself. You poisoned her mind. Perhaps, but I'm not the one who carved up her face and tossed her into the flames.
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Don't you want revenge for your daughter? I underestimated him once. I won't make that mistake again. Now that they're separated, this is our best chance.
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You're right. They both deserve death. Asher watches me too closely. So you deal with him. Even if you fail, it won't matter. I already know how to make sure that girl never gets the chance to save him.
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Alina. Oh, thank God. I thought I'd never get to see you again, Grandma. Grandma, how do you feel?
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Better. Much better. Where did this come from? It was given to me by the dragon king. He said it could cure your frost fever. He's the one who sent me home, too. The dragon king? Maybe dragons aren't as monstrous as the stories claim. He sounds like
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a good man. Never forget kindness like this, Elina, and never fail to repay it.
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The second you crawled back here, I knew it'd be for this useless old hag. Alina, what do you want? Girls offered to the dragons bring ruin to the tribe. Do you want all of us cursed alongside you, you little [ __ ]
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That's enough. Selena, she's your sister. She's nothing but a dragon's [ __ ] now. Don't tell me that you're still us with her.
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Alina, I know I failed you, but now that you're back, stay. Let me make it right. I'll speak to the chief for you myself.
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Rest for a bit, Grandma. I'll get you some hot sheep's milk. We're sending Alina off to die.
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You lied to that pathetic [ __ ] just to keep her from running. Well, of course, darling. World is the dragon king's dying. That's the only reason she managed to crawl back here alive. The dragon envoys promised us enough gold to last generations. If we offer
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her to the next ruler instead, we'll become the richest tribe for a 100 miles. Besides, why would I miss that frigid little prude and I've got you?
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need some help. My dear sister, you've been working since dawn. Drink something warm, Asher. Thank you.
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Son of a [ __ ] Why is the curse so much worse this time? What's wrong?
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Curse acting off again? Don't worry. Soon you won't feel pain ever again. I should have burned you alongside daughter. Even if you survive the poison, that little [ __ ] Alina won't. And once she dies, you die with her.
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Let me go. I'm the dragon queen now. What the hell do you think you're doing? If danger ever finds you again, ring the dragon band. I'll come for you faster than I did today.
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The Dragon King has heard me. He's coming for me. And when he gets here, you'll all pay for this.
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You actually think dragons answer to humans? God, you're pathetic. She came back alive and somehow cured that old Hab's frost fever. What if she really can call the dragons? What are you saying?
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Alina is cursed. A plague upon this tribe. Warriors, help me burn her alive and offer her back to the dragons for forgiveness.
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Are you insane? Lord Charles never ordered us to kill her. If we anger the dragons, we're dead. And if she summons the dragon king here, we die anyway. We'll just send Charles a few prettier girls to replace her. It's now or never.
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Asher, I'm sorry. I can't save you anymore. I told you to offer her to me. Who gave you permission to hurt her?
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You, your majesty, you must be the great dragon king Charles. We only wanted to frighten her a little so she'd submit self to you willingly.
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Now Alina, you'll come back to my dragon stone and become my queen instead. Honestly, imagining Asher kneeling before me and begging for your life, it almost makes me pity him.
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Stay away from me. I'm already Ash's wife. My dying brother. What exactly does he have that I don't? Anything he could give you, I could give you twice over. Keep dreaming. I'd rather die than stand beside a monster like you. Oh, love. But Asher is the real monster. You just haven't
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realized it yet. He's my husband. Why would I ever trust you over him? Interesting. I'm liking you more and more. Which is precisely why I won't let you. I won't let you die. Let go of me.
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No. Asher, I knew you'd come for me. Hold on. Heat. above you. Asha, what's happening to you? He's dying, of course. The great dragon king brought down by my hand. Asha.
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Asha, are you all right? Is it the curse again? I'm fine. I'm sorry I'm late. Did he hurt you? Does that help?
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Asher, kiss me. Then let's leave this place together. You're wasting your time. That poison is feeding his curse. He's far too weak to stand against Holy. How did I never notice he looks like he was sculpted by the gods himself?
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God, that wound looks awful. I should get the high priest. No, I have no desire to hear them lecture me again. You'll do it.
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Don't worry. I've survived far worse than this. The wound's too low. You'll need to uncover all of it.
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Is this low enough? No, no, that's enough. I'm going to clean your wounds now. I thought dragon wounds healed on their own. So why? Because Charles is a dragon, too. That changes things. Do you feel better? Much. Thank you, Elina. You saved me.
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Asha, I can't lose you. I can't keep watching you suffer. I don't want to wait anymore. I want you now. All of you. You know what that means, don't you? I do. Once I claim you, there's no turning back.
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You're shaking because I want you. I've never wanted anything this badly before. I think I'm falling in love with you, Asher.
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I love you. What did you say, Asha? I No, don't say things like that. Asha, why?
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Your Majesty, your condition worsens by the hour. Our magic cannot sustain you much longer. Why do you continue resisting the bond with the human girl? Find another way. Find a way for her to survive. That is impossible. She is human. Her body was never meant to withstand a
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dragon's power. Tell me something I don't already know. You are the high priest, so start acting like one. I am ordering you find a way. My poor king, you've fallen in love with a human. Since you refuse my counsel, we have no choice but to seek your father's help to keep you alive.
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If he's really so repulsed by me, then there's no reason for me to keep staying by his side. Once I save him, we're even. And then I can leave this place and go back to grandma. Maybe that's for the best.
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Elena, fancy seeing you again. Stay away from me. What do you want now? This is Dragonstoneone. If you touch me, Asher won't go easy on you this time. You pathetic little human. After everything, you're still defending him. Don't tell me. You still have no idea which one of us is
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actually dangerous to you. I don't know what you're talking about. Of course you don't. My self-righteous brother would never tell you the truth. So, let me do him the favor. The second Asher sleeps with you, you die. And your loving husband, he's known that from the very beginning.
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He doesn't love you, Elina. He's using you to save himself. If I were you, I'd run. Or better yet, give yourself to the new king instead. No, that's not true. Every curse demands a sacrifice.
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Don't be stupid enough to think you're the exception. Asha, come near her again and I'll make sure those wings of yours never flap again. Get out and don't ever let me see your face again.
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So, let me understand this. Asher wounded Charles and refuses to break his curse. All because he's fallen in love with a human girl. It appears so. I will not allow my son, the future of our entire bloodline, to throw his life away for a human. Make a fake cure. Tell
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Asher you found a way for the girl to survive the bond. Once they consummate the bond, the girl will already be dead, and there will be nothing he can do about it. If Asher learns I deceived him, he'll
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kill me. You have my protection. What's he going to do? Raise his hand against his own father?
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Your Majesty, the high priest sent word. She believes she's found a solution. Wait for me in our chambers.
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The high priest said, "If Miss Moss bathes in this before the bonding ceremony, it should preserve her life.
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Are you all right? Did that bastard Charles hurt you? Asher, have I caused you nothing but trouble? I'm just a human and you're the dragon king. Why do you even keep me beside you? I know you don't want me. Don't worry. I'll be leaving soon. What?
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Where are you going, Alina? I do want you. I just Then why did you pull away from me last night? That's because Asha, tell me you weren't really planning to sacrifice me. Whatever you think you know, you are my wife, my dragon queen, and nothing in this world is taking
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you from me. We have a lifetime ahead of us, a thousand knights, and I intend to spend every one of them loving you. Do you understand how deeply I feel for you now?
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Then prove it. Now, are you certain? Yes. I've never been more certain of anything.
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Elena, I can't hold myself back anymore. Wait. What was that? Come in. Don't be afraid. It's a Dragon Clan remedy.
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You're human. I don't want this to hurt you more than it has to. Are you ready? Will I die?
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The high priest said if Miss Moss bathes in this before the bonding ceremony, it should preserve her life. No, I won't let that happen. Trust me. You're still lying to me. But maybe that was how it's meant to be. From the very first moment we met, you said my life belonged to you.
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If danger ever finds you again, ring the Dragon Band. You really do have a talent for disobeying me. Had you stayed where I left you, none of this would have happened.
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You know what that means, don't you? I do. I love you. If giving you my life is the price of saving yours, then I'll pay it willingly. Because no one in this world will ever love you more than I do.
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I love you, Alina, and I will spend the rest of my life protecting you.
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What the hell are you doing here? Calm yourself, my son. The human girl is already dead.
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What the hell are you talking about? Elina, wake up. Elena, wake up. Elena, Elena, wake up.
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No, no, no, no. What the hell did you do to her? Elina, wake up. Go, Elena. I'm Elina. Were you taken by the dragon as well? I wanted to give you this. I think I'm falling in love with you,
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Asha. Will I die? Wake up, please. I can't do this without you. You are dragon king. How dare you grieve over a human like this. She is dead. She gave her life for you.
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That should be considered an honor. No, she's sleeping. She'll wake up. When did you become this weak? You are ruler of the dragons. You could have any woman you desire. And yet you destroy yourself over a human.
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This is all because of you and you. You will suffer what you've done. Your Majesty.
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Alina. Alina. Your Majesty. You're finally awake. Where is she? We returned her body to her grandmother. We thought that was where the dragon queen would have wanted to rest.
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Her grandmother said, "You are not welcome at the funeral." She's dead because of me. I was the one who was supposed to die.
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This is all my fault. I sent her into the arms of a monster. If you can hear me, take my life instead. Please, just give my granddaughter back.
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Your prayers alone cannot revive her. But perhaps we can. Who are you? We are priests of the Dragon Clan, and your granddaughter's death is partly our sin to bear. We have come to correct our wrong.
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Impossible. She carries a child, half dragon, half human. A miracle never before seen. We must try together. There might still be time to set things right. Wake, child. Wake now.
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Seven years, Alina, and still every night I dream of you beside me. Then morning comes and I wake to an empty bed. Perhaps this is my punishment. And perhaps I deserve it once I find a worthy successor for the throne. I'll join you and beg your forgiveness myself,
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Mr. performance. Look, we found more ore. What the? Who led this little stray in here?
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Jesus. Get this filthy little brat away from me. Goddamn troublemaker. Willer. Willer, it's all right. Next time, just wait for me quietly. Okay. I'm so sorry. She was only trying to help me.
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Take your little brat and get out. This isn't some charity church for beggars. It was an accident. I'm sorry, Mommy. I didn't mean to. God, I'm so sick of the two of you. You've got no business mining here anyway. If you're
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that desperate for coin, I'm sure the brothel downhill has plenty of men waiting for you.
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Show some respect. I work here same as everyone else. Do you know? And where exactly is the brat's father? Huh? Did some rich folk use you and toss you aside? Tell you what, come warm my bed tonight and maybe I'll spare you some silver to feed the brat for another week.
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No, don't hurt my mommy. Holy [ __ ] it's King Asher. They say this entire mountain is barely a sliver of his fortune. Can't believe the dragon king would come to a place like this himself. So, he's the one who owns all of this? Maybe he can help mommy.
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Please don't make my mommy leave the mine. Where the hell did this kid come from? Please, please help my mommy. Give me a break. Is this another woman trying to crawl her way into Dragonstone? I'm begging you. If you help my mommy, I'll do anything.
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Hey, easy there, kid. Go home. Please, Dragon King. Why does seeing this child cry hurt so much?
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I'm sorry. You're all right, little one. It's all my fault. My mommy didn't do anything wrong. You own this place, don't you? Please don't make them throw my mommy out. What's your name? And where's your mother? Willer. The foreman got angry because of me, and it's time to drink wise.
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Come then, let's go see what happened. My lord. Asha. No. No. This can't be happening. I can't let him know I'm alive. And if he finds out about Willer, he'll take her away from me.
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Mommy. Daddy. What did you call me? Can you be my daddy? I think you feel like what a daddy's supposed to feel like.
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Daddy, can I introduce you to my mommy? Of course. What kind of trouble are you two in? Everything here answers to me. Whatever it is, I can fix it. That's amazing. You're the best daddy ever. Your Majesty, am I crazy or does this child look like you?
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Willow, I told you not to call strangers daddy. Remember? Then where is my real daddy? Does he not like us? I'm sorry, Willer. I never wanted you to grow up without him. Your father passed away a long time ago. But mommy will love you enough for both of us. Okay,
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sweetie. Why does her voice sound so familiar? Even her silhouette looks exactly like her.
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Alina, is that you? Alina, is that really you? No, you've mistaken me for someone else. I'm just an ordinary woman trying to survive here. Your Majesty, don't waste your precious time on trash like her.
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She's just a gutter [ __ ] dragging around some filthy little brat. Silence. Shut up. I don't recalling asking for your opinion. Anyone willing to work has the right to earn coin on my land. I've heard enough about the way you run these mines. Miners beaten bloody slaves
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work to the bone. I will not allow cruelty to thrive under my rule. You're finished here.
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Your majesty, please give me another chance. If I leave, I'll starve. Hey, little one. How old are you? I five. She's 5 years old. Thank you for helping us, but we should be going now. 5 years old. Even if Alina had somehow lived and had a child,
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she would have been six by now. Missing her must have driven me insane. Every woman starts to look like her. John, let's go.
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Mommy, I'm six. Why did you lie? Mommy got confused. Mommy, are you crying because of that man? You said I have special blood. When I grow up, I'll protect you. Thank you, my sweet girl.
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Hi, great granny. Mommy and I made five silver coins today. That's thanks to Willa. She worked very hard today.
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Grandma, I wish you were still here. We miss you so much. My sweet girl, since you helped mommy today, how about we get some lamb tonight and make your favorite roast? No, Mommy. I don't want roast lamb. Let's buy your favorite bread
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instead. You haven't really eaten these past few days, and bread's my favorite, too. Willa, you're supposed to be out playing and having fun, not worrying about your mommy all the time.
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But I am happy. And I have magic, remember? Tonight, I'll catch the biggest fish for you.
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Willa, don't run too far. Maybe I was wrong to hide Asher from her. If Willa had grown up beside him, she'd be living like a princess.
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Why is mommy's name on this grave? Mommy, come look. He built me a grave. Guess this is how he learned to live with it.
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Mommy. Mommy. Willa. It's okay, sweetie. Help mommy up. Helena. Alina, where did you disappear to all those years? The healer said your body is weak. Was breaking my curse. What did this to you?
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Alina, you're awake. You're safe now. Are you hurt? Are you hungry? Tell me what you need. Where's Willer? Where is my daughter? Give her back to me. I know the truth. Willer is my daughter, isn't she? She carries dragon powers in her. Helena,
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what happened? Please, just give me my daughter back. Haven't you taken enough from me already? She's all I have left. Please don't take her, too. I don't understand. Elena, I love you. Every single day you were gone, I mourned you. It ripped me apart living without
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you. If you were alive all this time, why didn't you come back to me? Because you killed me.
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You lied to me. You knew that I was going to die. And you still let me walk into it. You didn't even have the decency to tell me the truth yourself.
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Listen to me, Alina. The high priest and my father deceived me. If I'd known the truth, I never would have let that happen to you. Never. I don't believe anything you say anymore. The priests were the ones who saved me. What? They pulled me back from death. And they
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saved Willer, too. But breaking your curse and coming back to life, I never recovered.
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I already gave up enough for you. I died for you, Asher. I raised our daughter alone. So, please just stay away from us.
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You really haven't changed at all. Then you remember everything now. Will you finally let me explain?
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Listen to me. For years, I drowned in the grief of losing you. I never knew you were going to die.
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My father and the high priest deceived me. They made me believe the potion would keep you alive.
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What was that? Come in. Why should I believe anything you say? Because I never once let it leave me. And look, if I didn't love you, why would I spend every day reminding myself that you were my wife? Alina,
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please give me one more chance. Let me take care of you and Willa. Mommy. Daddy.
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Mommy. Daddy. Will. Mommy. Uncle John showed me the whole castle. It's huge and so pretty.
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Dragon Queen. It's good to finally have you back. You have no idea how miserable this man's been without you. And every time he blamed himself for losing you, the lava rivers would start boiling over. Castle servants would be sweating through
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the walls for days. John, that's enough. You can stop talking now. God, can you ever forgive me? Can you give me one more chance?
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Yes. Mommy, Uncle John said, "Daddy can fly. Can he take us up in the sky?" I'd like that very much, if you'll let me. I want to show you both our home.
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