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The Dragon King's Forbidden Desire

The Dragon King's Forbidden Desire

Fantasy
last updateTerakhir Diperbarui : 2026-07-18
Oleh:  Athena David Baru saja diperbarui
Bahasa: English
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Sinopsis

Dark Romance

Dragon

Royal

Adventurous

When wandering healer Elara Nightvale is dragged to the cursed court of the Dragon King, she expects death not the dangerous pull she feels toward the man everyone calls a monster. Gifted with forbidden healing magic that drains her life with every use, Elara has spent years hiding her power. But in the dark kingdom of Ashenrealm, her abilities awaken something ancient and deeply tied to the king himself. Verath Dravenor, ruler of the Ashen Throne, carries the soul of the last dragon and a curse that turns desire into destruction. The closer he grows to someone, the more unstable his power becomes. Lovers have died. Allies fear him. He has sworn never to want anyone again. Until Elara arrives. Her presence calms the dragon within him yet ignites an obsession he cannot control. Forced into proximity after an assassination attempt and rising rebellion, Elara and Verath become reluctant allies. She heals his wounds; he shields her from enemies who would exploit her rare bloodline. With every touch, their bond deepens, blurring the line between survival and forbidden attraction. But Ashenrealm is on the brink of war. Rival kingdoms plot to overthrow the Dragon King, while dark magic resurfaces, threatening to unleash an ancient power tied to Elara’s lineage. As Verath’s curse worsens, he must choose: push her away and lose control… or claim her and risk consuming her completely. When passion finally ignites, their magic intertwines in a soulbinding union that could break the curse or destroy the kingdom. In a world where love is dangerous and power demands sacrifice, Elara and Verath must decide if their bond will save Ashenrealm…or burn it to ashes.

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emeiwezenith
Very impressive and beautiful story line can’t wait for your next one
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Please post more
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So interesting
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Chapter 1
The chains were taken off, but Elara still didn't feel free. The throne room of Ashenrealm felt alive, breathing heat and exhaling smoke. Black stone columns rose like jagged teeth toward a ceiling lost in shadow. Rivers of molten light flowed through carved channels in the floor, casting flickering gold across armored guards who stood like statues carved from obsidian. And at the center of it all stood Verath Dravenor. He did not sit on the throne. He leaned against it, one arm resting casually on the armrest as if he owned not just the room but everyone in it. His dark hair fell loosely around his face, and the faint glow beneath his skin pulsed like embers barely contained. The air around him shimmered with heat. Dangerous. Controlled. Predatory. Elara lifted her chin, refusing to look small. “You abduct healers often?” she asked. A ripple moved through the court: shock, amusement, fear, but Verath only watched her. Slowly. Intensely. Like a hunter deciding whether
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Chapter 2
Elara woke to heat. Not the gentle warmth of a hearth, but the kind that seeped into her bones, pressed against her skin, and whispered danger. Her eyes opened slowly, adjusting to the dim light. She lay in a large chamber carved from dark stone, heavy curtains drawn across tall windows, faint ash drifting through cracks in the walls. Her shoulder throbbed. She lifted her hand. The wound was gone only a thin silver scar remained, shimmering faintly. Dragon magic. Her breath caught. The memory returned in flashes: Verath’s hand on her skin, the clash of power, the way his eyes darkened as their magic tangled. The sensation still lingered like a spark buried under her ribs. She pushed herself upright. “You shouldn’t move so quickly.” The voice came from the shadows. Elara stiffened. Verath stepped forward, emerging from near the balcony. He had changed, no armor now, just a dark tunic, sleeves rolled slightly. Without the throne and court around him, he looked less
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Chapter 3
The city smelled like smoke and fear. Elara followed Verath through the lower streets of Ashenrealm, her cloak pulled tight as ash drifted from the sky. The rebellion had struck fast, storefronts shattered, black banners torn, citizens whispering in doorways. Guards rushed past, armor clattering, tension thick as storm clouds. Verath’s hand was still wrapped around hers. He had grabbed it during the chaos, and neither of them had let go. She felt the heat of him through her skin, a steady pulse of power that made her magic stir. It was dangerous but also grounding. Like standing too close to fire, knowing it could burn, yet unable to step away. “You should release me,” she murmured. “No.” The answer was immediate. His grip tightened slightly, possessive without thought. “I can walk on my own.” “I know.” “Then why—” “Because if you disappear,” he said quietly, “I will burn this city to find you.” Her breath caught. He meant it. They reached a narrow alley wh
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Chapter 4
Elara did not step back. Neither did he. The silence stretched between them, thick with heat and unspoken desire. The chamber felt smaller, the air heavier. Verath stood only a breath away, his gaze locked on hers like he was memorizing every detail, every hesitation, every flicker of emotion. “You don’t understand what you’re risking,” he said quietly. “I understand enough.” “No.” His voice deepened. “If I lose control… I won’t be able to stop.” She tilted her chin. “You’ve stopped every time so far.” “Barely.” The honesty in his tone sent a shiver through her. He looked at her as if she were both salvation and ruin. “Elara,” he murmured, “you should tell me to leave.” She didn’t. Instead, she took one more step forward. Their bodies almost touched. His breath caught. The dragon stirred. She could feel it, the heat building beneath his skin, power humming in the air. Her own magic responded, silver light flickering faintly along her fingertips. “You’r
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Chapter 5
The forest watched them.Elara felt it the moment they crossed the outer gates of the capital. The air shifted, growing cooler despite the ash drifting from the mountains. The trees of the Evershadow Forest twisted toward the sky like blackened fingers, their leaves whispering in a language older than kingdoms. Verath rode beside her, silent, tense. “You’re certain we should go ourselves?” she asked. “Yes.” “You’re the king.” “And you’re the reason they’re coming,” he replied evenly. “They won’t show themselves unless you’re present.” She exhaled slowly. “So I’m bait.” His jaw tightened. “You’re under my protection.” “That doesn’t answer the question.” “No,” he said quietly. “It doesn’t.” They rode deeper into the forest. The light dimmed unnaturally, shadows stretching longer than they should. Elara’s magic stirred uneasily beneath her skin, reacting to the old energy humming through the trees. “You feel it too,” Verath said. “Yes.” “It’s ancient.” “So is
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Chapter 6
The council chamber was colder than the rest of the palace. Not in temperature, the air still hummed with heat from the volcanic mountain, but in the atmosphere. Stone walls rose in sharp angles, carved with ancient dragon sigils, and twelve nobles sat in a half-circle, their expressions tight with suspicion. Elara stood beside Verath at the center of the room. She could feel their eyes on her, measuring, calculating, fearful. One of the nobles, Lord Kaedrin, leaned forward. “Your Majesty, this situation grows dangerous.” Verath’s voice was calm. “Explain.” “The healer,” Kaedrin said, glancing at Elara as if she were a weapon. “Your power has changed since her arrival. The court whispers. The army whispers. We must consider removing the variable.” Elara stiffened. Verath’s expression did not change, but the room's temperature rose. “No,” he said. A woman with silver rings tapped the table. “You cannot deny the truth. Your curse weakens near her. That makes you vuln
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Chapter 7
The crash echoed through the palace like thunder. Verath’s hand tightened around Elara’s waist instinctively. His body shifted, placing himself between her and the door without conscious thought. “You stay here,” he said. She shook her head immediately. “No.” “Elara—” “If there’s danger inside the palace, I’m safer with you.” He hesitated. He hated that she was right. “Stay close,” he ordered. They moved into the corridor. Guards rushed past, shouting. The sound had come from the west wing, the older part of the palace, where abandoned halls twisted like a maze. “Who would attack from inside?” she asked. “Someone who already belongs here,” he replied grimly. They reached the broken doors of the west wing. Stone lay shattered across the floor. Cold air drifted from within, strange and unnatural. Elara frowned. “It’s colder here.” “Yes.” “That’s not normal.” “No,” he said quietly. “It isn’t.” They stepped inside. The torches flickered weakly. Shadows po
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Chapter 8
The Obsidian Spire seemed darker than usual that evening. Ash drifted down like soft rain, settling on the jagged rooftops and glinting like black snow. Elara walked beside Verath in the courtyard, the silence between them thick with unspoken words. Her chest still ached from the events in the west wing. The adrenaline had faded, leaving exhaustion in its place, along with a strange warmth from being close to him. “You shouldn’t have fought him alone,” she said softly, avoiding his gaze. “I wasn’t alone,” he replied. His voice was low, roughened by emotion. “You were there.” Her hands clenched lightly. “I nearly got killed.” “And nearly saved me,” he countered. His golden eyes caught hers for a long, lingering moment. The bond pulsed faintly, a reminder that every connection between them carried power. They paused near the fountain in the center of the courtyard. Water glowed faintly under the ash-lit sky, reflecting the volcanic twilight. “Elara…” he began, then stopped
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Chapter 9
The night smelled of ash and unrest. Elara woke before the alarm bells rang. Her eyes snapped open as a cold shiver ran down her spine. The room was quiet, the dying embers in the hearth casting faint orange light across stone walls. But something felt wrong, the same instinct that warned her before danger struck The bond. It pulsed sharply in her chest.She sat up, pressing her palm over her heart. The sensation wasn’t pain; it was pressure like something dark pressing against the edges of her awareness. Outside, the wind howled around the Obsidian Spire. Then the first bell rang.Deep. Urgent. Echoing across the capital. Elara threw off the blankets and rushed to the balcony. Below, the city of Ashenrealm flickered in chaos. Torches lit the streets. Guards ran in formation. Smoke rose from the eastern district. Another attack. Her door burst open. Verath stood there, already dressed in dark armor, eyes glowing faintly gold. “You felt it,” he said. She nodded. “
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