Luckily, unlike werewolves, Azura didn’t end up naked after shifting back. His scales transformed into a heroic black warrior’s armor, dignified and powerful.He watched the heartwarming scene before him, relieved and genuinely happy that his mate had such a strong, united family.He had grown up in the cold, rigid world of the royal palace, but he remembered the closeness of these people from his memories as an egg, recalling the warmth of their bond. And now, he wanted his own pup to grow up surrounded by that same love and security.“Dad, Mom, everyone... I’d like to formally introduce my mate, Azura,” Aysling finally said after being freed from the suffocating group hug, walking toward Azura and gently pulling him closer to her family.Curious gazes instantly fell on the Dragon, who met them with calm confidence, his arm protectively wrapped around Aysling’s waist.“Are you... Charlie?” Nagy asked hesitantly, standing next to the intimidating blonde who held a tiny red-haired vers

Aysling lay exhausted, her sweaty body pressed against Azura's chest, trembling from the pain, while her mate looked even paler than her, visibly distressed. He was constantly prepared to share his magic with her and even bleed if necessary to restore her strength.Olivia and Malla stood beside Merkat, bringing clean cloths and water, encouraging Aysling to keep pushing through.“Come on, sweetheart. Just a little more,” Olivia whispered, wiping the sweat from her daughter's forehead, her heart breaking as she witnessed her suffering.“I can see it! Aysling, he’s almost here! Your dragon is almost here!” Merkat exclaimed with urgency, prompting Olivia to shift between Aysling's parted legs, ready to help deliver the baby.“Push harder, daughter! Bring your baby into the world! Come on, you can do it!”Aysling felt a sudden, intense release, as if something heavy had finally left her body.“AAAHHHH!” she cried out, giving one final push, and a breathtaking golden egg tumbled onto the n