Everyone sat in stunned silence as the message ended.
Nikki looked in the drawers of the desk and found the sack of seeds. Time had turned them to rocks.
Alecia whispered, "We were taught the Humans were trying to enslave the lizards, that the wetlands were burned trying to repel them."
Samantha wiped tears from her face. "We were taught the Ramseys destroyed themselves trying to achieve immortality.
Una said, "Our stories say the desert is punishment for men trying to hunt the Dragons."
Raymond shook his head. "History is written by victors and survivors. This war had neither."
They all nodded solemnly.
After a moment of uncomfortable silence, Raymond cleared his throat.
"Well Ladies, pick a room. In the morning we bury this place and continue our quest."
Raymond laid awake, lost in his own thoughts.
This world was infinitely interesting. Lies and half-truths had turned history into a puzzle, a mystery.
There was so much that even the denizens of this world didn't know.
Was it the same way on the other continent? Was there a way for him to get there to find out?
Did they have their own Dragons, or did they follow the same ones?
What was the deal with the Black Dragon? What was his problem with the other Dragons?
Was he evil because he was the Dragon of Death? Isn't death simply part of the cycle of life?
What was the Red Dragon talking about? What did he know about Raymond that he didn't already know?
These thoughts ran through Raymond's mind until they dragged him to sleep. So many questions, so few answers.
"Isn't finding answers to questions what makes life interesting?"
The Voice was crisp and clear as usual in Raymond's mind-scape.
"How are you enjoying your new life Raymond?" The Voice sounded clearly amused.
Raymond shook his head. "Things are way more complicated than I anticipated, but I admit, I am enjoying the journey."
"Very good, I have been watching you with great interest. You have given many people hope and your women love you. You're doing very well indeed."
Thank you, but I have a question. Why did the Dragon call me the Scion?"
"I cannot tell you that. You will find out soon enough on your own."
"Ok? Can you tell me what the motivation of the Black Dragon is?"
"He is power hungry, he wants the seat of honor that the Golden Dragon occupies."
Raymond sighed. "So basic villain stuff."
"There is more to the story, but that is for you to uncover."
"That is not very helpful." Ray said, a little agitated.
"I am your guide, not your tutor."
"Why did you not guide me through this desert?"
"You did not ask."
Ray facepalmed. "So, why did you come to me today?"
"Raymond, your battle with the Dragon has earned you the title Dragon Slayer. You have earned a ten percent boost to your strength, speed, agility, and stamina.
Your bonded companions will earn boosts as well. Also when fighting Dragons and Dragonkin, your boost will be doubled.
Your power grows, Raymond, and the path you are on may hold some significant rewards."
"Well thank you."
"You are welcome, Raymond. Remember, you can reach out to me at any time and I will help where I can."
As Ray's consciousness returned to his body, he wondered why he was having trouble moving the right side of his body.
He looked to find Alecia resting comfortably with her head on his shoulder and her leg wrapped around his, completely naked.
He smiled, leaned in and kissed her softly on her forehead.
She hummed softly and looked up at him, her eyes glowing slightly in the dark.
"Finally you're awake, I wanted to talk to you." Aleacia said quietly as to not wake the others.
Ray sat up in bed causing Aleacia to have to sit back on her knees. He smiled to himself and the sight of her perky breast pointing at him.
"What's up Alecia, what can I do for you?" He asked gently
Alecia took in a deep breath and exhaled slowly, steadying her nerves.
"I was a little jealous of you yesterday," she began, "the whole Scion of the Dragon thing."
"What about it?" Ray asked, "I don't even know what that's all about."
"I know you don't, and that's what upsets me. My family has worked for generations to produce someone worthy of the title."
She continued, "My Grandparent always claimed that our family's blood line can be traced back to the Golden Dragons first born son."
" I was more than a little surprised when the Dragon spoke of the Scion. It was the first time outside of my family that I've heard someone say that name."
"I was even a little disappointed that he wasn't talking to me."
"So you wanted to be the Scion?" Ray asked.
Alecia shook her head. "More like I was bred for it."
"Oh." Was all Ray could manage, eyes widening in surprise. "Well I didn't …"
Alecia stopped him with a hand on his chest. "I know you didn't. Fate is a cruel mistress." her voice sorrowful.
"Listen," she said, drawing closer to Ray. "When it gets out that you are indeed the Scion, and I believe you are, it will cause my family a great deal of shame."
She began planting light kisses on Ray's neck and collarbone. "Producing the Scion has been our one focus for so long. A failure like this would crush hopes."
Alecia straddled Ray's lap, put her arms around his neck and looked into his eyes. "If I could have the son of the Scion though, it would go a long way towards keeping that honor intact."
"So you want me to get you pregnant?" Ray asked for clarification.
Alecia nodded as she began slowly grinding against Ray's growing manhood.
"I want you to bread me, please." She whispered before capturing his lips in a deep, passionate kiss.
Ray had no intention of turning down his lover's request. He returned her kiss in ernest and wrapped his arms around her firm petite body.
Without a word Alecia lifted her hips and slid herself onto Ray's thick length. She moaned softly in his ear as he filled her up completely.
They remained wrapped around each other in the early morning light.
Mouths devouring each other.
Bodies pressed together.
Hips rolling in sync.
Aleacia's tail wrapped around Ray and squeezed him tight as her first climax rolled over her.
"I love you so much Master." she whimpered as her body trembled slightly and clamped down on Ray's rod.
Ray groaned and gripped her firm ass as she began riding him harder.
Alecia leaned her forehead against Ray's, holding the back of his head and grunting as she bounced on his member.
"Breed me master, please pump me full of your babies." She pleaded as her body milked his fervently.
Her words, the look in her eyes, her hot pussy gripping his throbbing cock, it was all more than Ray could take.
He grunted and gritted his teeth as he gripped her body and shot his load deep inside her.
"Yes, master, yes!" she cried as she rolled her hips grinding on him, trying to get his cum as deep inside her as she could.