Tale of a Dragon Princess by Lizzie Colt

Author:Lizzie Colt [Colt, Lizzie]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: NineStar Press, lgbt, dragon, witch, Princess, warrior, curse, lesbian, PTSD, Disability, prosthetic
Publisher: NineStar Press
Published: 2018-08-19T16:00:00+00:00

ON THEIR FIFTH morning together, Adie guided the dogs into the opening for the path through the mountains. They would enter the Winter Kingdom later that day and be around other people for the first time in days, and Adie would miss having Mellie’s company all to herself. She had enjoyed her time alone with the princess.

The pathway into the kingdom was treacherous, and the dogs struggled to keep their footing on the icy path, but eventually, it fell away and they were no longer surrounded by jagged rocks and ice. Instead, Adie could see stout buildings, warmly wrapped people, a thriving marketplace, and in the distance, an imposing castle. Adie aimed for what she felt sure was the winter queen’s castle, ignoring the stares of people as they entered the city. Adie was braced, ready to defend them if necessary. There were a few whispers among the throng as they passed, but no one ventured close.

Mellie became quieter and more still the closer they got to the castle. Once they were in a secluded spot, Adie stopped for the day. The blue moon wouldn’t rise for another day. They set up their shelters and started a fire. A few times, people, coming from the castle passed them. None of them seemed surprised to see people camping on the roadside. Some even nodded and said hello then continued on their way.

“Are you okay, Mellie?” Adie asked over their evening meal. The sun would be setting soon, and she’d lose her chance to talk to Mellie then.

“Nervous. It feels like I have bats flying around in my stomach,” Mellie said softly.

“What’s the worst that can happen?” Adie wasn’t sure it was the best tactic, but she believed in preparing for the worst.

“She curses me again? Curses both of us.” She paused in thought. “Oh god, you shouldn’t come with me. What if she curses you too?” Mellie asked, sounding panicked.

“I’m not letting you go alone. I’ll take the risk,” Adie said firmly. There was no way she’d send Mellie into the icy castle alone, its stone walls littered with patches of frost that shone silver in the changing light.

“But what if she hurts you?” Mellie asked.

“I came with you prepared for any danger. We didn’t see the wolves or bears I’ve heard tale of, and there were no robbers traveling on the road. We got lucky this far. Maybe our luck will continue, and the witch will take back her curse.” Adie had indeed thought getting to this point would be far more dangerous when really, the worst danger they had faced was crossing the frozen lake.

“I would never forgive myself if you got hurt in any way.” Mellie put down her empty platter and touched Adie’s arm. They were sitting side by side for warmth in front of the fire. Tonight in the hills of the castle, it seemed much colder than it had before. It was a simple touch, but it warmed Adie.

“I won’t get hurt, but I’m willing to take the risk to keep you safe.

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