Chapter no 15 – 16

Chapter no 15

Violet Sorrengail survives her dragon-riding test thanks to Tairn, a legendary black dragon, who catches her during a perilous fall. Despite her inexperience and lack of physical strength, Tairn bonds with her, valuing her intelligence, courage, and compassion. While Violet struggles to adapt, Tairn helps her stay seated during flight and reassures her of his choice. Their dramatic arrival at the training field stuns the crowd, including Violet’s cold and calculating mother, who doubts her bond with Tairn. As Violet registers Tairn’s name, a shocking twist emerges: she’s also bonded with Andarna, a rare golden dragon. The revelation of two bonds causes an uproar, cementing Violet’s unique and extraordinary position among riders.

Chapter no 16

Colonel Kaori, an expert on dragonkind, reflects on the mysteries of dragon governance, emphasizing their clear hierarchy and elder reverence but lamenting the lack of clarity on how they establish laws or decide to bond with riders. Amid this enigmatic dragon-human relationship, the protagonist finds herself in a unique predicament, bonding with two dragons—an unprecedented event in the history of dragonkind. This revelation sparks chaos and intense debate among generals and instructors, highlighting the human struggle to comprehend or control the dragons’ autonomous decisions.

The story captures a tense atmosphere as the protagonist navigates the aftermath of bonding with her dragons, Tairn and Andarna. Injured but resolute, she fends off accusations, challenges her doubters, and grapples with the implications of her bond. While arguments rage about her unique connection, her determination to heal and assert her strength grows, despite the mounting pressure and scrutiny. Moments of camaraderie with her peers provide solace, but the loss of squad members and the weight of her new responsibilities cast a shadow over these brief reprieves.

As the dragons convene to deliberate, the protagonist faces additional challenges, including confrontations with her rivals and emotional strain from Dain, who urges her to choose the smaller, less powerful Andarna for safety. However, she refuses to abandon either dragon, demonstrating her unyielding spirit. The tension escalates further when Xaden, an enigmatic figure tied to her fate, defends her actions but warns of the dangers ahead. The unbonded riders pose a direct threat, eager to claim Tairn’s power for themselves, forcing her into a precarious position as a primary target.

Ultimately, the dragons affirm their unprecedented choice to bond with her, granting her a powerful magical marking that symbolizes her dual bond. Amid cheers and newfound status, she wrestles with complex relationships, particularly with Dain, whose long-awaited confession and kiss fail to ignite the passion she once yearned for. As the protagonist stands at the precipice of an extraordinary future, tethered to both dragons and the dangerous political landscape they bring, she begins to question her desires, alliances, and the path ahead.