"What if we want to leave?" Serena asked, and Asher also turned to look at the Dragon Queen, Valeris.
"Hmm, then you can use the Teleportation Portal," she replied. "Just infuse it with mana and think of the place you wish to visit. The portal will allow you to travel freely. However, I have placed a mark on you both—when my baby wakes up, it will call you back."
With that, she closed her eyes and, within moments, was fast asleep.
Asher and Serena exchanged glances before sighing in unison.
"Well… that escalated quickly," Serena muttered, rubbing her temple.
"Tell me about it," Asher groaned, running a hand through his hair. "One moment, we're investigating a stolen dragon egg, and the next… I'm suddenly a father?"
Serena chuckled. "Yeah, and your 'wife' is the Dragon Queen herself. Congratulations, family man."
Asher shot her a glare. "Don't start."
