Siren song - Jacaerys Velaryon HOTD fanfic

Chapter 14 ~ DRIFTMARK

Ryis tossed and turned in bed, unable to find any respite in sleep. Her eyes were fixed on the ceiling, illuminated by the faint moonlight seeping through the curtains. The sound of the waves crashing against the shore in the distance mingled with the murmur of voices echoing down the hallway, creating a symphony of nighttime noises that filled her room.

As she inhaled deeply, the scent of ash from the fireplace wafted into her nostrils, mingling with the metallic tang of blood coming from the butcher's shop nearby. The combination of smells was both unsettling and oddly comforting, a reminder of the world outside her window that continued to exist even as she lay awake in the darkness.

With each passing moment, Ryis felt the weight of sleeplessness pressing down on her, her mind racing with thoughts and worries that refused to be silenced. She longed for the embrace of slumber, but it remained elusive, just out of reach. And so, she lay there, a silent observer of the night, waiting for the dawn to break and bring an end to her restless vigil.

The ocean beckoned her with its mesmerizing allure, its rhythmic waves crashing against the shore. The moon cast its ethereal glow upon the water, illuminating the path that lay before her. In the distance, she could hear the enchanting symphony of marine life, their calls echoing through the night. It was as if the sea itself was whispering her name, urging her to embrace her primal instincts.

Rising from her bed, she silently slipped out of her chambers, taking care not to make a sound. Surprisingly, there were no guards stationed by her door, making her escape from the castle a breeze. With each careful step, she felt a sense of liberation, as if the world outside was beckoning her.

As she made her way through the hall, she could hear the faint echoes of Rheneys and Corlys engaged in a heated argument. However, she paid them no mind, her focus solely on the whispers of the ocean that reached her ears. It was as if the waves were speaking to her, revealing secrets and mysteries that only she could understand.

Ignoring the commotion around her, she continued her journey, guided by the enchanting melody of the sea. The ocean's voice grew louder, urging her to venture further, promising adventure and discovery. With each passing moment, she felt a deep connection with the vast expanse of water, as if it held the answers to her deepest desires and aspirations.

With determination in her eyes, she embarked on a journey towards the shoreline, her destination clear in her mind. As she reached the beach, she gracefully shed her clothes, leaving them behind on the sandy shore. The abandoned garments found solace under the shelter of a washed-up ship, as if seeking refuge from the elements.

Without hesitation, she plunged into the cool embrace of the water, feeling an immediate surge of pain coursing through her body. It was the familiar sting of her curse, a constant reminder of the sacrifices she had made. Yet, undeterred by the discomfort, she pressed on, driven by an unyielding desire to break free from the chains that bound her.

As the transformation took hold, she felt an exhilarating rush of power surging through her veins. Like a creature of myth and legend, she glided through the water with the swiftness of light itself. Each stroke propelled her forward, as she revelled in the sensation of water filling her gills and the gentle caress of salt against her scales. The ocean seemed to guide her, its currents pulling her towards an unknown destination, beckoning her to uncover the secrets that lay beneath the surface.

Suddenly, the waves lifted her effortlessly, bringing her to the surface. And there, before her eyes, stood a sight that sent shivers down her spine and struck fear into the hearts of all living beings. A majestic dragon

vhagar was soring in the sky with a rider on her back, the rider had sliver hair that blended into the shine of the sun, he was leading vhagr to the shore back to driftmark.