Her Dragon To Slay(42)

Rayne chuckled which in turn made her chuckle. “I will keep that in mind, mo chroi, however I do hope the next time I throw you over my shoulder, we are naked and you’re not protesting.”

“Alrighty children, as much as I’m enjoying the Love Fest, it appears whoever has the magical ability in the group following us can also enhance their speed. They’re doing a damn fine job of closing the distance and I don’t like it.” She could hear the frustration in Lance’s voice. “How in the hell did they know where we were?” Lance questioned. “We were all shielding.”

“Can’t you just change or transform or go all dragony and take off?” Kyndel asked.

“Yes, we could and we will if it comes to that but our dragons’ wing span is over 30 feet each and most of us are at least twenty feet tall. That’s a lot of dragon in very close quarters. Not to mention if we all take off at the same time, this close to the ground, we could cause serious damage to the landscape, which is never our intent. That’s why we’re trying to get to The Pointe; it has several levels and great elevation for lift off. However, now that may not be possible.” He gripped her legs tighter and seemed to move faster.

“They seem to be picking up speed again, Commander,” Lance yelled from the rear of the pack.

“Things must really be dangerous for Lance to sound so serious and call Rayne Commander,” Kyndel thought to herself.

“Alright men, we’re going to get to the ledge there on the right about halfway to the top. It appears there is a cave and several outcroppings where we can take a defensive position.” She heard the steel of command in Rayne’s voice. “Aidan, I want you to bring your dragon forward first. You're the quickest to flight and sleekest in the air. We may need your speed if things progress as I fear. The magic wielder in the bunch is the one we need to identify immediately and then the asshole that is leading this merry band of fuck ups.”

Kyndel had never heard Rayne sound so deadly before. She guessed the Commander that had won so many wars or battles or whatever they called them was coming to the forefront. It was reassuring and more than a little sexy. She had no business getting turned on right now but this man just did it for her, plain and simple, no denying it. She was in so much trouble. She was actually falling for the big galoot. Now they just had to make it out of this alive so she could see where all of this was going.

They made it to the ledge as Rayne had instructed. He sat her down at the opening of the cave and turned to address his men. “Aidan, head up to the highest lip and call forth your dragon. I’m hoping they'll think we’ve all transformed and it will give them a reason to hang back. Make sure you’re ready to bring your dragon fire if need be, and most of all keep all your senses sharp. We have no idea what the magic wielder is capable of.”

“Yes, Commander,” and up he went.

“Royce, get the swords and shields. We’ll fight as men for a long as we can. Aaron and Lance take the shelf right below us. You’ll transform only if Aidan takes flight. I want to avoid calling any human attention to us, if possible.

“Royce and Devon, you’ll stay here with Kyndel and I. You’ll call your dragons if Aaron and Lance take flight. I’ll be the last to transform.”

She was completely enthralled watching Rayne give orders to all his men. It was obvious they had done this hundreds maybe thousands of times. They worked together like a well oiled machine. He turned and placed his hands on her shoulders gripping tightly. “Mo chroi’, I need you to do whatever I say without question. I know that won’t be easy for you, but in this case it’s absolutely necessary. You have to trust my expertise in this. I’m sorry you’re once again in danger because of me but I will keep you safe. When we get out of this, I’ll make it up to you in more ways than your beautiful mind can imagine.”

Kyndel didn’t realize he had been using his enhanced abilities to walk them deep into the cave while he was talking to her. When he finished talking, he crushed his mouth to hers. She felt as if she was being branded with his promise of a lifetime of love, passion and security. He poured so many emotions into that one kiss, he showed her with his actions where his words failed. She felt his love for her everywhere. She knew with all certainty that he would die to keep her safe. His domination tripped her over the edge and the last piece of herself that she had been holding back came barreling to the forefront. She submitted to him completely. Before her eyes were open, he was gone. She was left with a flash light in her hands and lips swollen from his kiss.