Johnathan The silence in the room was almost deafening as everyone bowed to their queen, including me. She was my queen first and foremost. The three ancient dragons stood still after bowing, leaning on their canes, watching Madeline and me with interest. "This is all a trick from Jostein’s witches. Where would he have hidden the girl for over a thousand years? Dragon Law states she must be presented." Barclays’ vicious voice rang out. "Yes, Jostein, where have you managed to hide the girl?" The ancient green one asked. "Dragon egg." He said as if he was unbothered by the whole situation. "She was born during the battle as the castle was being overtaken by a man who is somehow still alive and has received no punishment. They have not been branded long, so I had no need to present her

