As the night settled over the camp, Ellie found solace in the warmth of Axel's embrace. She nestled against him, feeling the steady rise and fall of his chest as he peacefully slept. The chaos of battle and the weight of their mission temporarily faded away, replaced by a sense of comfort and belonging.

In the quiet of the tent, Ellie contemplated the path she had chosen. Living as a dragon had granted her longevity and power, but it had also kept her isolated, a mere observer of the world's af