#Codagh

[violentdelightshavevioletends]

If magic demands balance on both sides between riders and Venin… what if General Melgren is the other Venin traitor…

"I’m the only one who can give you access to your son."

"I have another."

We know that there is another traitor hidden in our midst.

"Initiates, asims—we're all traceable to one another, but the great hall could fill with Sages and Mavens and I'd never know. Neither would you. Makes you wonder who's been channeling here for years, doesn't it? Who's been trading information for power?"

Rebecca has made a point of telling us that there could be a very powerful Venin and we would all be completely unaware.

"She's their answer to my mother."

"She was the answer to me," Theophanie hisses.

But this biggest point is the fact that Aaric is a precog… seeing as that’s a pretty rare power, what are the odds that magic demands no balance there? Allows two to exist on one side?

That suddenly another one appears for no reason, right now (when we know signets are based on need and frequently filling gaps)… among a group of first years that already has proof of this very action with Lynx becoming a shadow wielder, as Xaden becomes Venin.

"I don't understand. You're our generation's shadow wielder."

"Not anymore. Magic knows. He's the balance."

What if Aaric is the balance, because Melgren is the Venin.

[idontreallyknow26]

So whats up with Codagh being a double agent. He was the one to give the marked ones their cutesy little tattoos and he gave them protection from his own riders signet? Whats up with that

[dragons-library]

As much as I wanna believe everything will be fine

There’s no way we won’t get a fight between Tairn and Codagh.

[fanfiction-writer11]

Fourth Wing Theory *Spoilers*

If you choose to keep reading, you are at risk for major Fourth Wing Spoilers. You have been warned, but I beg of thee, do NOT ruin it for yourself. It is too good.

As we know, General Melgren's dragon, Codagh, marked all the rebellion kids (AKA, the marked ones). Now, there is another theory (not mine) that the marked ones have two signets. I have thoughts to add.

I believe that Codagh knows what is happening outside Navarre's boarder. Truthfully, I think all the dragons know, and that's part of why not as many are willing to bound. But that is a side note for another post.

As we have seen, the dragons names correlate with the signet their rider develops (thus fair, at least.)

General Melgren - Ability to see the end of the battle (Codagh means War)

Violet - Lightening (Tairneanach means Thunder)

Xaden- Shadow Wielder (Sgaeyl means Shadow)

Liam- Farsighted (and ice) (Deigh means Ice)

If Codagh knows what is going on outside the wards, outside Navarre, and disagrees... I think it is reasonable to assume that he intended, because their is no way a dragon this powerful would make such a critical mistake, for the marked ones to be able to draw power from their rebellion relic. Like, I don't know, a second signet, maybe? I also think that Codagh intended for this relics to interrupt General Melgren's ability to see the end of a battle if three or more are together because the rebellion isn't over.

The humans are the pets, the dragons are the leaders. The dragons are calling all the shots, the humans just think they get a say.

Let me what you think! I have plenty of other ideas/theories I am happy to share if you are interested.

[olympialogy]

I bring to you a crack-y Fourth Wing fic!!

In which Violet & Xaden are Sgaeyl and Tairn's hatchlings.

They’re probably arguing about Sgaeyl and how she treats him and Violet, if Xaden had to guess. He’s seen Sgaeyl in action, multiple times. He’s seen how she leaves only the strongest alive; you must fight for what you earn.  The human expression, he believes, is “An eye for an eye.”  Yet with them, she’s so much more caring. It wouldn’t be a wild guess for Tairn to be scared they aren’t being prepared correctly for the wild that is outside the Vale.  Xaden can’t pick. He appreciates being Maís and being trained by some of the most cut-throat dragons around (Tairn and Sgaeyl…not Codagh, unfortunately), but he appreciates being her Maís, the one that Sgaeyl cares so much about. 

Chapter 1, x

Also, this entire work is dedicated to Siobhán — @siobhanbooks — because you inspired me so much with my previous fw fic. And to Ramzes on ao3. I don't know if you have a tumblr, but I had so much fun chatting with you about a letter a day (keeps you ready to mingle)

please do enjoy!!

[wingedshadowfan]

okay but why would general melgren agree to command sending violet on that death mission in athebyne when it could kill his dragon's brother ?? or do codagh and tairn hate each other? do the dragons know which ones of them are traitors, or whether their riders are? do they share this info with each other or their own riders?

[empyrean-thrones]

The Rhinestars

[b3anieperson]

MELGREN SHUT THE FUCK UP

QUIT FIGHTING FOR ONCE

ITS NOT YOUR ARMY

ITS NOT YOUR SCHOOL

I COULD CARE LESS WHAT YOU WANT

LISTEN TO THE ONLY PEOPLE WITH ANY FUCKING SENSE HERE

[pronounrespector]

And FUCK augustine melgren

[intairnwetrust]

I would love to read the conversation between Codagh and Tairn, which was only mentioned in passing in the book, given their dynamic and attitude towards each other.

We can get some impressions of how Tairn feels towards Codagh from Violet's POV. There is definitely a form of respect on Tairn's part, as one would have for a stronger opponent. Maybe even a touch of fear? But Tairn wouldn't be the best dad ever if he didn't drop all worries if Codagh so much as dared to look at his daughter the wrong way.

And from Codagh's side I can well imagine that he feels challenged by Tairn regarding his rank as strongest dragon and on top by the only other black dragon beside himself.

[krispypajamalady]

How similar are dragons to their riders?

very, very similar.

Let's start with Ridoc and Aotrom: it's kind of self explanatory. These two are of the same age, play pranks on each other, and Aotrom might just be protective of his loved ones like Ridoc.

Mira and Teine: The protectiveness Mira has for Violet, Teine has for her. Both of them have dry humour and an awesome streak. Mira doesn't have coordinating with other riders or fliers, and neither does Teine with other dragons.

Sawyer and Sliseage: These two are really adorable. Like, insanely adorable. Also, they're comparatively sane.

Imogen and Glane: These two have a ruthless streak but a soft side and a crush (which is of their respective species ofc)

Lilith and Aimsir: based on assumptions, these two only appear when needed. Both of them have a no crap attitude and have seen a lot of things in life. Honestly, their literally the same person in different fonts. (How I wish Aotrom does not turn out to be Aimsir's child or else I'll cry)

Bodhi and Cuir: both of them have a calm nature and give no trouble. Really nice person and dragon (fuck u daddy aetos).

Cath and Dain: don't tell me Cath wasn't disowned as well. Also, these two give "self- loathing" energy so bad

Rhiannon and Feirge: if Rhi and Feirge don't turn out be royals or smt I'll cry. These two have the commanding vibe, like they can command a crowd really well. They also have their priorities straight and aren't hot headed while making decisions.

Garrick and Chradh: no way in hell these two don't exchange dragon-human gossip Ober a cup of tea (or coffee) every day and Chradh does not torment him about his (hopefully they exist) feelings for imogen.

Xaden and Sgaeyl: there is no other dragon that will resemble Xaden more than Sgaeyl. Appreciation of asshole-ry towards them bcs it's attractive and badass? Being dramatic as fuck when my mate's bonded (or wife's) said something rude to me? Head over heels for their love? Mutual support towards Andarna? "I find it hot when my love kills" vibes? PLEASE. The graduated from the same school of Brooding and Lies. They were raised together in the Institute of I NEED Therapy but Omg My Love is so Attractive.

Also, don't tell me sgaeyl was never even once in her life in denial abt her feelings about Tairn.

Violet and Tairn: Tairn's image among people and Violet's image among people is LITERALLY THE SAME. Tairn agrees that he isn't the strongest but everyone else? Who tf is Codagh? Violet thinks she isn't the strongest but everyone else? "I'd rather lick my dragon's shit than piss her off." BOTH of them are protective towards others but they don't intervene when their loved ones are being confrontational. They let them handle it. Also, they don't like lies at all. Especially if it's Sgaeyl or Xaden lying.

Violet and Andarna: they are LITERALLY the same person. Not even different font. Just different species. Both of them being different? Holy hell. Both of them finding it hard to belong somewhere where their parents left them (andarna in vale and vi in quadrant)? Both of them being babied by Tairn even if he refuses to acknowledge it? Both of them having a violent nature? Being extremely vicious? Like Andarna doesn't know about her not being able to bear a rider, Violet did not know about her sacrifice. But their parents (tairn and sgaeyl in Andarn's case) did. Violet being reminded of her as a teen after seeing how andarna acts? Them losing a part of their autonomy when someone made decisions for them? Also, them MUTUALLY COMMITING TREASON?????

[violentdelightshavevioletends]

Dain: How did none of you hear what I just said?

Sloane: You're pretty.

Garrick: I'm technically the teacher.

Bodhi: I wanted to drop out a long time ago.

Ridoc: Aotrom got bored and has been making me listen to a stand-up-comedy routine he's rehearsing in our heads… to be fair, he's got some pretty great material.

Rhiannon: Ignoring you was a conscious decision.

Imogen: I don't hear bitches.

Violet: I've been zoned out for the past two and a half hours.

Xaden: I'm too pretty it's distracting.

Sawyer: I got distracted about halfway through… not by Xaden… just by life.

Ridoc: —Wait, Xaden; distracting to you or Violet?

Dain: You heard that, but not a single word I said during the CRUCIAL safety lecture?!

Aaric: Maybe it's the "lecture" part…

Sloane: Yeah, what if we called it a

"gathering" or something?!

Bodhi: No, there’s too many marked ones in one room for that to be "technically" legal.

Lynx: What about "commune"?

Imogen: Sounds a little too culty.

Garrick: And while it's not strictly stated in the codex, Xaden & I learned that one is also illegal the hard way—

Violet, turning to Xaden: —You were in a cult?!

Xaden: Of course not! … I tried to START a cult.

Violet, elbowing him: WHAT?!

Xaden, shrugging: It was 1st year… Garrick and I got bored… BESIDES its nothing like the scribe quadrant; that ACTUALLY wears robes!

Violet: Oh, not this again! It is NOT a cult!

Xaden: —YOU LIVED IN A BASEMENT!

Sawyer: Hey—My fiancé is a basement scribe!

Rhiannon: —WAIT—SAWYER—SHE SAID YES?You two FINALLY made it official!

Sawyer, blushing: Yeah, last Tuesday!

Violet, nearly popping her shoulder out, hugging him: I can’t believe I’m finally going to get a sister!

Mira: I’m your sister! … but yeah that’s pretty great too, aww, come over here!

Everyone, *unanimously cheering & congratulating*: Group hug!

Ridoc: And I’ve dubbed myself in charge of the ring-bear!

Sawyer: Yeah, about that; Jesinia asked me to clarify, you mean bearER right?!—

Ridoc: …

Dain, pinching the bridge of his nose: —Guys, come-on! *everyone turning & sitting back down* Would any of you have even come if it wasn't stated as CLEARLY mandatory?

Everyone *unanimously*: Absolutely not.

Dain, turning to Sloane: REALLY? You too?!

Sloane: What?! Oh, almost forgot we're dating now, so I have to pretend to agree with everything you say; yeah I totally would’ve come! *laughs* phew—close one… *whispers* can’t say I would’ve listened though…

Xaden, turning to Violet: —SINCE WHEN IS THAT A RULE?! — Violence hasn’t agreed with me ONCE in our entire marriage!

Violet, rubbing his shoulder: Yes dear, and you love me for that!

Ridoc: Hey! Aotrom says he’s ready if any of you wanna hear the intro!

Everyone *unanimously*, leaving: YES, let’s go!

[angstywaifu]

Black Dahlia - 52. Looking A Little Jealous

Summary: Threshing, but one vastly different to what everyone is use to when Violet comes back with two dragons. One of which is Xaden's dragons mate. And Garrick can't help stiring the pot just a little bit.

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It was safe to say that Violet had made this the most interesting Threshing the Quadrant had ever seen and probably would ever see. Not only had she bonded a dragon no one thought was willing to bond, she’d also bonded two. And now the whole of leadership was losing their minds over it.

“Has this ever happened before?” I ask Proth as I take in the the chaos in front of us.

”Never. This is definitely a first.” He tells me down the bond.

”Will they let her keep both?” I know it won’t be up to leadership, ultimately the decision will come down to the Empyrean.

“More than likely. Breaking a bond is risky. Too dangerous. They won’t want to risk losing them.” He tells me as he confirms my own thoughts.

Tairn was easily the biggest dragon I’d seen next to Codagh. He was powerful, and definitely a force to be reconned with. Though I doubt it was his bond they’d try to break. And even then, I didn’t think there was a way to break a bond outside of the rider or dragon dying. As if the very dragon I’d been comparing Violet’s to could read my thoughts, Codagh walks through the opening to the valley. Every dragon he approaches walks forward into the centre of the field and following him as he heads right towards Violet.

“I’ll be back. Do try stay out of trouble.” He drawls before walking forward and joining the line of dragons.

”You say that like I constantly get into trouble.” I snap back sassily.

”Trust me, you toe that line every single day little flower.” He throws back at me before I feel his shields snap into place.

As soon as the last drgaon leaves, the first years rush each other, everyone trying to find their squad mates in the sea of cadets. I spot my first years through the crowd rushing to each other, easily spotted with Liam’s height and Aura’s bright red hair. I’d only managed to loose a few cadets over the last few days. We’d lost two to the gauntlet, and it looks like another four to threshing today. I was just glad Aura was amongst the ones who made it. I know Austin would have a big weight lifted from her shoulders from this.

My eyes travel back to Violet, watching as my brother approaches her through the crowd. Something she says makes him worried. I can tell by the way his body stiffens and grabs her by the shoulder and spins her around to face him as he embraces her. I’d seen her head for the medical tent after I’d landed in the flight field after scouting my area for any remaining first years who had either died or not been bonded, so she must have gotten hurt badly or into a decent fight while bonding her dragon. It doesn’t take long for Dain to drag her away to the other side of the flight field, away from prying eyes in the shadows of the edges of the field. Way to hide your damn feelings Dain.

I shake my head and turn my attention back to the field, and notice I’m not the only one watching them. Not far down from me, Xaden is also watching them. I can tell from here he’s not impressed with the way he crosses his arms over his chest, the slightly scowl on his face. Something I was not expecting to see from Xaden. Why the hell would he be reacting like that towards Violet and Dain?

I head over to him, knowing Garrick is probably nearby. I hadn’t seen him all day due to my Threshing duties for the day. And I honestly couldn’t wait to crawl into bed with him tonight and just relax. The last few days had been the most stressful days of my year so far. And I couldn’t wait to sleep it off.

“You all good?” I ask Xaden as I fall into the spot next to him.

He doesn’t even avert his gaze from where Violet and Dain are hidden as he responds to me. “Fucking fantastic. Just been a long few days as I’m sure you’re aware.” He tells me, his jaw ticking with annoyance in a way so similar to Garrick.

“Very aware. Glad it’s over for another year. Maybe next year I won’t have to worry about keeping a squad or section alive. Can go back to being a plain old cadet.”

He finally turns his attention towards me, but I have no doubt he’s still focusing on the other side of the field. “You’re easily one of the best in your year. There’s no way you won’t be considered for Wingleader.”

I raise my eyebrow and laugh at him. “Not when I’m in the same Wing as Dain. No way would they pick me over the golden child over there.”

”Then prove to everyone else you’re the better choice. You’ve fought your whole life, don’t stop now. Prove them wrong.”

And with that he walks off to the other side of the field, the other cadets easily moving out of his way to let him through. And I know exactly where he was going. I was definitely going to have to ask Garrick what the hell was going on there. I’d noticed the tension around Xaden and Violet. Knew how much she despised him. And I knew he wasn’t entirely pleased about her appearance here in the Quadrant. But he’d still moved her to his Wing. Put her under his control. But he’d barely made a move against her. Gods, he’d even defended her at Presentation Day and made a show of how much help she actually needed to Dain. Everyone had thought he would kill her. But instead it was very clear he was in the business of keeping her alive. A few moments later Dain storms from the shadows, heading back to where his spot would be in formation. He looked pissed. And way more than usual. Seems I wasn’t the only one worthy of his hate.

A dragon landing behind me startles me from my thoughts. I reel back to see brown scales consuming my vision to my left. “Bloody hell Chradh, you gave me a heart attack.” I exclaim at the dragon who gives off something like a chuckle as Garrick dismounts him.

Garrick walks up to me, placing a hand on my lower back as he presses a kiss to the top of my head. “You seen Xaden anywhere?” He asks me as his eyes travel across the field.

“He’s over there with Violet.” I tell him as I point towards where Violet and Xaden have reappeared from the shadows and start walk back to where Violet had been standing with her dragons.

”I’ll be right back.” He tells me before placing another quick kiss this time to my cheek before taking off across the field.

He barely gets thirty seconds away from me before Xaden sees him coming and shakes his head at Garrick. I see him cock his head to the side before turning back and heading towards me, a slight smirk on his face.

”What’s so funny?” I ask as he stands next to me, chuckling to himself as he folds his arms over his broad chest.

”Seems our dear friend Xaden has gotten himself involved with the general’s daughter.” He informs me as he watches his best friend.

”What do you mean involved?” I ask as I look over and watch Xaden and Violet.

Nothing about their body language screams them being involved at least in the romantic way. And they weren’t friends. That wouldn’t have changed. That means the only way they could be linked in anyway after today is…

”Oh shit, her dragon is mated to Sgaeyl.” I spit out as I make the connection in my head.

Garrick properly laughs as I make the connection he clearly already knew about prior. I knew Xaden’s dragon was mated, but not to who. And of all the riders her mate could have picked, it was Violet. Now that explained why Dain was so pissed. Violet’s life was literally in Xaden’s hands. And just like most people loyal to Navarre, he did not trust Xaden at all. He probably thought Xaden was going to try get Violet killed to get revenge for his father. But it the rumours of that mating bond being as strong as it was, I doubt he would. He’d have to kill himself to accomplish that.

“He sure is. This is going to be great.” He tells me, amusement clearly noticeable in his voice.

I look over at Garrick, noting the smug look on his face and how he tries to hold back his smile.

”So, you and the general’s daughter���.” He starts as he looks over me at Xaden who must have joined us.

”Not funny.” Xaden bites back gruffly as all three dragons behind us chuff in unision.

The rest of the field falls quiet as Melgren takes the front of the dais, ready to announce whatever decision the Empyrean has made. Which I have no doubt will be that she keeps both her dragons, especially with how both of them stand with her.

”Is this going to be a problem?” Garricks asks, clearly not interested in listening to Melgren and whatever speech he’s giving.

”No.”

”Right.” Garrick’s response dripping with sarcasm as he smirks at his best friend.

”I’m fine.” Xaden snaps again, clearly done with Garrick’s mood.

”Oh, so fine.” I add, earning me a glare from Xaden.

”I’ve seen corpses more fine than you.” Garrick mutters as he tries to hide his snicker, while I do not.

I didn’t get to see this side of Garrick and Xaden often. But it was hilarious everytime I did. Those two were brutal with their comebacks, and it always made for some moments where I had to bite my tongue.

”Of course corpses are fine. They have nothing to worry about.”

He wasn’t wrong. But Xaden was clearly far from fine. I could feel the anger and tension rolling off him as he stood next to me. It was a stark contrast to the teasing aura Garrick was giving off from my other side.

”Guess we’ll need to keep her alive.” Garrick mutters as he turns his eyes to General Sorrengail as she steps forward.

”Yes.” Xaden scans the field before landing on the other side of the field. Where my squad stands. “Maybe I should move Liam into her squad.”

“Liam?” Garrick questions as his eyes shift from Xaden to mine.

”He’s the best in his year.” Xaden states.

“Yeah and he’s in my squad. He’s the best in my squad. You take him away and I’ll be struggling for Squad Battle later this year.” I tell him.

There was no way he was taking my best first year cadet. Not when there was no one close enough in Fourth Wing to skill wise amongst the first years to really swap him with. The only other one would maybe be the girl with braids in Violet’s squad. But I didn’t see that move happening.

”I trained him to fight, so I know he’s capable of protecting her.” He goes on as if he hasn’t heard me.

”Or you could give her a chance to make it on her own first.” Garrick points out with a sideways glance as his friend, trying to take my side in a way that wouldn’t piss Xaden off. “But if thats the route you choose, everyone likes Liam, so hopefully she will, too. It will make it easier for him to guard her.”

Garrick wasn’t wrong. It wasn’t hard to like Liam. He made it so easy. So there’s no doubt in my mind if Violet didn’t see him as her bodyguard, she would like him.

”She’ll like him.” Xaden says confidentyl.

Garrick grins at his best friend. “Don‘t worry. He won’t fuck her.”

Xaden’s head snaps to Garrick as his eyes narrow, as I muffle my laugh behind a coughing fit which Garrick chuckles at.

”Why would i care if he….”

Xaden stops mid sentance, his eyes locked on Violet and Dain. Dain walks behind Violet and reaches for her back. His hands making quick work of the laces on the back of her armour. Xaden looks like he’s about to go murder Dain with how rigid he’s gone. With how the other first years are reacting and pulling at their own uniforms, they must have gotten their relics. And Violet’s must be on her back.

”Relax, he’s lacing her back up.” Garrick says with the biggest smile on his face. “See? She’s already turning around.”

Violet turns in Dain’s arms as he lifts his hand to her face. A move he uses to allow him to read memories. And I almost think he’s reading hers before he lowers his head down to hers.

”Nothing to…. Oh shit.” Garrick mutters as Dain’s lips meet Violet’s.

”Oh shit, he finally did it.” I mutter as we all stand there and watch.

Xaden’s head snaps to me. “What do you mean finally did it?”

Garrick places his hand on my shoulder, pulling me back into him slightly. “Damn. You allright over there?” Garrick asks him with a laugh.

“I’m…” Xaden’s words die as shadows swarm his feet, as if pinning himself to the ground.

Oh shit, Xaden is jealous. Xaden is jealous of Dain.

”You’re looking a little green there.” Garrick says before flat-out laughing while Xaden breathes heavily. “In twenty years, I don’t think i’ve ever seen you jealous before. This is amazing.” Before clapping Xaden on the shoulder.

But Garrick doesn’t notice what I do, and what I’m sure Xaden notices when I note the slight glimmer of hope in his eyes. As Dain smiles down at Violet, she doesn’t return it. She looks like she wants to bolt. Looks like she regretted that kiss. Oh shit. Dain had pushed Violet away. She didn’t want him that way anymore.

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[littleemissperfecttt]

The Youngest Sorrengail

About the story: Y/n is violets twin sister. Unlike violet y/n was trained to be a rider by her mother and to be a scribe by her father. The sisters have a strained relationship. Will y/n continue to resent violet because of the past or will she help her in surviving basgiath war college?

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Chapter 6 (Final)

'Breath Worthy one' Vin said in my head as my mother approached me

“Mother” I breathed out stiffening while looking at her with a stoic face, for a minute her eyes softened the way it used to when I was a little kid. I was surprised to see her reaction

“Y/n you and your sister have bonded the strongest dragons in the continent” she said quickly glancing at Vin

I gave her a stiff nod “yes general Sorrengail” I said not believing myself when my voice came out a lot steadier than I thought. She must have gotten to know I didn’t want to talk to her anymore so she took a step back from me when General Melgren stepped closer to me

“Why has he never shown himself before this!?” he demanded

‘Only worthy ones are able to see me and none of them were, I have been in the presentation for 50 years and no one has ever tried to see me’ Vin explained to me

“He has been in the presentation for 50 years or so and none of you have noticed him so of course he hasn’t shown himself” I calmly explained making Melgren nod maybe his dragon- Codagh- must have told him something making him back off too

“Well, if this investigation is done then I will be on my way” I gave them all a nod and I rushed inside

‘You did well worthy one’ Vin said in my head

‘Thank you for choosing me Vin’ I said smiling

-

Violet’s pov-

Xaden told me all about the bonded riders and how mine, his, Tairn and Sgaeyl’s life are intertwined. Even when he was explaining this to me he was distracted, his eyes moving behind me as though looking for someone and I knew who it was- my twin- and I am very happy for her. Xaden doesn’t seem to be the kind of guy who would hurt someone he loves

My thoughts were broken when Xaden pushed me aside and rushed forward. I smiled brightly when I saw who it was

“Y/n!” I exclaimed trying to pull her away from Xaden so I can give her a hug, he was asking her too many questions which was irritating me

“Xaden calm down, I am fine and yes I bonded a dragon, his name is Aurevynth- Vin for short and he is the dragon with four wings” she answered patiently

I hugged her tightly knowing we are both safe “You have to keep your promise now Y/n!”

“What promise?” Xaden interjected pulling Y/n away from me, making me roll my eyes

“We are going to have a sister’s sleepover tonight” I said

-

Back to your pov-

I was dumbfounded at the scene in front of me Xaden and Violet were bickering like children on why I should sleep in Violets room. I touched their arm lightly to talk to them calmly

‘What’s happening?’ I thought to myself confused

‘They are fighting for your attention Worthy one’ Vin said proudly ‘you are so charismatic no wonder I chose you’

“I am sleeping in Violets room” I said “I will make sure no one will harm her you don’t have to worry about that Xaden”

“I am not worried about that, I just wanted to spend time with you tonight” he said rubbing his face with his hand

I saw Violet roll her eyes and was about to snap something back at him when I cut her off

“We can do that anytime” I assured him

-

Me and Violet were in her room and it was awkward. We both have never been in the same room together in a long long time “So….” I began

“I am sorry Y/n” she told me softly as she hugged me “I didn’t know my actions would have such extreme consequences towards you, I didn’t know mother and dad would send you away”

I bit my lips keeping my emotions in check “why did you do it Violet?” I asked

“You were always the cool twin who didn’t have any time for me, you were always busy with training to be a rider and when you were free dad used to give you stuff to read, you didn’t spend time with me at all. I just wanted my sister back, I wanted us to play with dolls again just us two not with Dain not with Brennan just us” she explained as she teared up

“Oh Vi…” I held her hand

“When Dain asked you out I thought he would take you away and you would never look at me again that’s why I threw that tantrum I-I just didn’t know mother would contact some trainer and send you away to keep me ��safe’ I just wanted your attention and when I told mother that she told me this was for the best” she sobbed “I am so sorry”

“Its fine now Vi.. we are together again and I don’t think mother will come to sperate us here” I reassured her

“I am sorry for what my ex- boyfriend did Y/n” she whispered sleepily

“Its fine I am fine” I whispered as I laid her down and covered her with a blanket, she held my hand tightly thinking I was going to leave “I am right here Vi” I whispered

I looked out of room window ‘You are strong Worthy one, it doesn’t matter if you cry or not you are strong and you crying will make you look even stronger in my eyes’ Vin said in my head as I looked down and started crying softly not wanting to wake Violet up

‘We suffered a lot Vin’ I told him ‘am I a bad sister? I didn’t know she was suffering and I let her suffer more’

‘You are not Worthy one, you were just a kid it was never your fault… sleep now Worthy one the shadow also wants to speak with you tomorrow’ he said as laid down beside my sister to sleep

-

A few hours later..

I was woken up by Vin screaming at me that unbonded riders were in the room

‘Wake worthy one NOW!!’ he screamed in my head

I opened my head instantly to see a guy holding a knife hovering over me, I used my foot and kicked him out of the bed. Violet screamed as a guy lunged at her. I grabbed the guy’s arm and twisted it. I pushed Violet behind me as I made the cadet my shield when the other cadet lunged forward I positioned the cadet I am holding in front as a shield so the attack meant for me was now on this cadet as he screamed and fell down

Someone else barged into the room “Xaden” I whispered as he lunged forward and killed two of the unbounded riders. I snapped out when one more unbounded rider came at me. I quickly used all my strength and punched him

This punch felt so unreal as I felt a huge wave of energy flow through my bones as the guy I hit, hit the wall with a huge THUD

‘Vin are you already channelling your power to me?’ I asked

‘I am’ he replied as though this was the most common thing to do ‘do not overthink worthy one, I will explain to you why I channelled so early when the time is right’

‘Okay’ I replied as I looked at Xaden who was looking at me with slight wide eyes

“That was amazing” he said as he strode toward me with two long steps

“Thanks, I didn’t need help by the way” I rolled my eyes when I said it

“I know but she did” he said gesturing to Violet

“How did you even know we were under attack?” I asked curiously

“Sgaeyl, Tairn alerted Sgaeyl and since our lives are connected I rushed here” he said tracing my jaw “do you know who might have helped open the door?”

That’s when Violet cleared her throat and immediately we both separated ‘damn I forgot she was even here’ I thought to myself

“Amber Mavis” she said confidently, Xaden nor I questioned her

“I will do what I can” he looked at Garrick who was looking at me with concern in his eyes

“I am fine” I told him smiling softly, he gave me a nod then turned to Xaden as they nodded at each other as an understanding passed between them

“Get back to bed and don’t worry we no one will disturb you after this” Xaden said and walked out

I turned to Violet who was looking at me with a teasing smile “shut up” I rolled my eyes “you should have worn a corset”

“Its so uncomfortable though” she mumbled and hugged me “besides I have my younger sister to protect me”

“You are older to me by five minutes” I glared at her

“You are so adorable baby sis” I rolled my eyes and laid on the bed not wanting to argue with her

-

It has been a few weeks since Threshing and I have grown distant with Xaden. ‘He is better off with my sister’ I thought ‘she doesn’t have emotional baggage as I do’ I sighed thinking of everything that had happened in my life blaming myself for it. Xaden tried talking to me a few times but I was too stubborn to look at him or talk to him

-

Garrick pov-

I was walking down the corridors when I saw her, she was looking out of the window thinking about something which has upset her. She was making this face I always recognise-stubbornness. I have seen close off from Xaden the past few weeks and I can see my best friend is in pain because of it and doesn’t know what to do solve it. I approached her with a smile

“Y/n” I called and stood beside her, she was startled enough to pull a dagger on me “hey hey its me” I lifted both my hands as a surrendering motion

“Oh its you” she said and dropped her arm

“Yeah its me” I said trying to keep the conversation light

“Did you need anything?” she asked

“I wanted to talk” I said “you have been distant with Xaden may I ask why?”

She looked at me then out of the window “he deserves better, he deserves someone who can offer him something” she confessed “I don’t have anything”

“You don’t get to decide what’s best for him” I said “he’s a grown man and can make his own decisions just fine and his decision will always will be you. You know you aren’t very subtle in what you are doing”

“What am I doing?” she asked and raised her eyebrows finally looking at me

“You are trying to push Violet and Xaden into a relationship because their dragons are bounded” I said as she looked down

“My sister is the best option for him and the fate wants them together” she said making me angry

“So you don’t care about Xaden at all? Fate? You know that’s bullshit too Y/n stop playing with his feelings because I am damn fucking sure he will never ever go for Violet especially when he longs for you every day, look I have made mistakes so many of them and I don’t want you to do the same shit as me” I slapped her hard making her head turn to the side as she blinked in surprise “wake up and give us back the fearless girl I saw who crossed the parapet in less than a minute, come back Y/n stop assuming things on your own, give me that fearless girl back” I shouted at her ‘the fearless girl I fell in love with’ I thought to myself not saying it out loud

We were both silent for a minute before a punch landed on my gut and I tumbled back eventually landing on my ass “Don’t you ever slap me ever again Tavis!” she said with gritted teeth “and thank you for the advice I will go talk to him”

She helped me up as I saw a hair strand fall in front of her face I reached out subconsciously and tugged it behind her ear slowly ‘I fell in love with you Y/n Sorrengail the minute I saw you I knew you would break my heart, I was your secret admirer and when I got to know your name my heart shattered a bit but fate is so cruel you ended up falling for my bestfriend. You made the best choice for your life though he will take very good care of you. Xaden, he knew I felt this way towards you but he couldn’t control his feelings too. I tried my best to get your attention off of him but he made me realise you are not a game to win you are just you. I will live with my feelings forever and hopefully move on from you’ I thought to myself as I looked at her retrieving figure

‘You did a good job’ Chard said in my head as I nodded my head

-

Back to your pov..

I am now standing infront of Xaden his onyx eyes are on me observing everything I do

“Xaden” I whispered and ran towards him even though it was snowing and there was a high chance I could slip, hugging him tightly “I am so sorry I was so selfish” I didn’t let him talk for even a second as I continued “I thought I was doing something right but it wasn’t what you nor me wanted I lik- no I love you Xaden Riorsen and you cannot get rid of me” I hugged him tighter

I felt him wrap his arms around me as well “I have been waiting for you to tell me that” he whispered as he kissed my forehead “I love you too Y/n Sorrengail so freaking much that I will forgive you for distancing yourself from me”

I pulled back a little to look at him “You sure Xay?” I asked

“Xay huh?” he smiled

“Shut up” I smiled back but my expression grew serious as I had to tell him everything before we start our relationship “I do have to tell you why me and Violet grew apart”

He nodded his head “I thought it was because you were sent away after Aetos asked you out” he said as he held me tighter

“That too…” I took a deep breath “Violets ex boyfriend was an A grade asshole and he had his eyes on me when I came to visit during my break from my training, me and Vi were already not on talking terms and this asshole made it worse”

“What did he do?” he asked cautiously

“When I went to bed he… he sneaked into my room to take advantage of me, but I was fast enough and knocked him out with a vase, the sound woke everyone in the house and Violet accused me of chasing after her boyfriend and well that was the last time I visited home if I had a holiday” I kept my explanation short and simple but I knew Xaden was seething underneath “don’t worry nothing happened to me” I caressed his chest as he took a deep breath

“The day I find out who this fucker is I will make sure he is 6 feet under” he said gritting his teeth

“I am fine Xay” I told him “that’s why I have never had a boyfriend and was so hesitant with you”

“I understand” he said “you didn’t have this bruise this morning” he pointed out as he caressed my cheek where Garrick had slapped me

“Oh it was Garrick” before he could say anything I quickly said “he got me back to my senses and told me you were here so you should thank him”

“I will beat him in the mat so you don’t have to worry about that” he said as he leaned down to kiss me “you are mine Y/n Sorrengail always will be never EVER forget that”

He held the back of my neck and deepened the kiss “I have yearned for this since the last time we kissed” he murmured against my lips as he continued his kisses on my jawline and neck making me leave tiny gasps and moans “Xaden” I whispered softly as my hand finds his hair

We were so involved in the minute that we forgot we were still in the open space and that anyone can walk in on us making out. That's when we heard someone clearing their throat I immediately became alert and pushed Xaden away. I looked at the person who cleared their throat

"Violet" I heard Xaden grumble from beside me as he encircled his arm around my waist

"Hey sis" I said smiling, she was giving Xaden a teasing smile before she grabbed my arm and pulled me towards her

"Baby sister is this man bothering you?" She asked playfully trying to piss Xaden off

I can't believe our relationship has improved in just weeks. I am so happy that I get to talk to my sister again

"Don't hold my GIRLFRIEND that way" Xaden said emphasizing the word 'girlfriend' as he started trying to get me away from Violet

"Y/n don't stay so close to him one time he let his guard down and I could hear all his thoughts" she giggled and covered her mouth glancing at Xaden who was glaring at her as though asking her to shut up "he was thinking of-"

"Nothing absolutely nothing" Xaden quickly interjected "why are you even here?" He asked irritated by her presence "aren't you supposed to be fawning over Liam?"

She blushed "Well you know Tairn and Sgaeyl were going at it again and the bond made me come here just to see your tongue shoved down my baby sisters throat" she glared at him

"Your sisters my girlfriend now you gotta be more careful on where you are going and what you see Sorrengail" he huffed

I looked at the bickering duo, my family now. I had two maybe three older brothers now- Ridoc, Sawyer, Bhodi. I got my sister back, I have two best friends- Rhiannon and Garrick. I hope Imogen gives me a chance so we can be friends. Xaden my Boyfriend. My chosen family who are not perfect but are always there for me. This is perfect just the way it should be and I am never regretting becoming a rider if I have these people around me

'This is why I chose you Worthy one' Vin said in my head

'Huh?' I questioned by his sudden declaration

'You tested them both' he continued 'I don't think you even realised it but you tested your sister and your mate to make sure they won't hurt you in the future'

'What do you mean?' I asked

'Remember you asked me why I channeled my power to you so quickly?' He asked

'Yes' I replied

'Its because when I looked into your memories I saw it, you were not just a girl who wanted to make your mother proud you were the girl who chose to be kind and caring even though the world was not kind to you, I knew in that second that I can trust you with anything' he said so proudly 'now you have chosen a family for yourself and they all will never abandon you as for the test I mentioned... Your subconscious wanted to protect you so it made you stay away from your mate to understand his intentions towards you, it wanted to make sure he doesn't go get with another girl when you are ignoring him and he passed the test flawlessly his eyes were on you all the time, you can ask your sister about it' he laughed in my head

"Y/n?" Violet called out

"Yeah?" I asked

"You were zoned out what happened?" She asked

"Nothing I was talking to Vin" I smiled "and I am just so happy"

'Thank you for making me understand Vin' I told him

'Anytime Worthy one' he said and closed our connection for now

I now have a family of my own who I can call when I need them who will always stay with me and I will make sure every single one of them are alright. I swear to myself that I will protect each and every single one of them with my heart and soul

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To everyone reading this thank you so much for loving this series so much! I enjoyed writing this a lot! The list below is my future projects-

The Second Mate (Xaden x Reader x Violet)

The Kind One (??? x Aetos Reader)

The Sister (??? x Riorser Reader) this will be the next series

I hope you all are as excited as me to read these stories. I want to let you all know I work really hard for each of these stories. I would really appreciate it if you all comment on the stories to let me know your thoughts on them. Even a single comment helps me get motivation to make more and more chapters for you all

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The Generals Daughter

A/N: Finally a new chapter! Tell me, what you think about it 🐉👀

Chapter XVII

The rest of Threshing is just a blur of celebrations and getting our dragon relics. Mine is spread over my right side to the middle of my back. It’s really fucking huge. And absolutely gorgeous.

After dinner everyone is celebrating. Well, not everyone. The unbonded cadets are nowhere to be seen, probably planning on how to kill us freshly bonded to get a dragon after all. My bet is, Violet will be one of the prominent targets, as everyone seeing her still as the weakest link. Even though she has bonded two dragons AND is tethered to Xaden fucking Riorson. 

I got myself a drink and now I am on my way to find a place where no one is bothering me. Today drained the fuck outta me and my muscles ache. Killing people is not easy, but killing people who deserve it, is.

In a deserted corridor towards the dormitories I find a place on a stone ledge with a view over Basgiath.

If someone had told me before my first year here that I would bond a dragon, I wouldn't have been so sure. And now I have Innea.

‚One can almost hear your enthusiasm' she replies sarcastically.

'I'm more than happy that you chose me. I'm just glad that Barlow’s words didn't turn out to be true.' They still haunt me.

'What do you mean? Barlowe... is that the rider of Baide?' She asks. Baide? Why does that name sounds familiar?

'Uh, I don't know. Baide? I think Violet mentioned something about an orange dragon. To answer your first question, he said some time ago that my father or Codagh would make sure that I didn't return from Threshing without a dragon. And those words, well, stuck. I trust my abilities, but I don't trust my father. And certainly not the black beast.'

'Don't worry about that. I saw you at presentation and knew immediately that you would be my rider. I know that you felt me ​​in your mind. Neither Codagh nor his rider had anything to do with it, I chose you because I wanted to, not because I had to. Together we will achieve great things.' She finishes.

I smile. God, I won today with her bonding me. A wave of affection reaches my mind, calming me even more. I already love and appreciate her.

During the conversation with Innea I didn’t realize, that someone took the seat in front of me. 

I am even more startled when my eyes meet those gorgeous one of none other than Bodhi Durran. The shock must be written all over my face because he immediately starts to grin.

"Sorry, I didn't mean to scare you, but you were so lost in your thoughts that you didn't react to my words." I think... this is the first time I've ever heard his voice. And God, it's so deep and smooth, and so much softer than his cousin's.

I shake my head to clear my mind. Difficult, with this dream of a man in front of me. Am I really crushing on a marked one? Father would have a heart attack.

'I'm more likely to gag' echoes in my head.

"I'm sorry, I was a bit... distracted" I say, a little shyly, absolutely in awe of this man in front of me.

„I see. Your dragon?“ I nod.

"Sgaeyl wasn't really happy that your dragon bonded. And Xaden doesn't know what to think about it either." he admits. Oh? I mean, I already knew that Xaden doesn't trust me at all.

"I guess my last name isn't particularly trustworthy either. And my lineage." I grin.

I can completely understand why they're so unsure of me. But it's not like I'm going to run to my father and spill the beans, like he actually wants me to. That's not going to happen.

"It's... difficult. I admit that. But so far you haven't given anyone of our wing a reason to dislike you. Quite the opposite. What I've observed says anything but that. You help your squad and even beyond that, you help your wing. With history, battle brief, sparring, everything. And we've all seen what the general is capable of, even towards his own flesh and blood." He grimaces. It almost seems as if he is … pitying me. Well, I don't need that.

"I don't need pity. The way my father treats me is nothing new. It's just that he's never shown it in public before. That was actually something new, something I absolutely didn't expect."

I let my gaze wander over Basgiath. From here you have a clear view of the Parapet. Meanwhile, I feel his deep gaze on me, which makes me nervous. Damn, why does he have such a strong effect on me?

„I- uhm, I am sorry. I didn’t mean to offend you! I just-" he sighs deep, not knowing how to explain himself.

„We all were really shocked, when we realized the relationship between you and your father. We all had our opinions on you without even knowing you, I admit that. But after that evening, with, you know, the injury on your neck, and now the scene on the flightfield... I apologize on behalf of all of us marked ones. We find it difficult to see this whole thing objectively. All of us are just trying to survive, which is hard as it is, but coming here without prejudice was practically impossible. We know what our parents and siblings fought and died for, so it’s not really easy. Some of us are still blinded by the anger and pain left behind by the loss of our loved ones. We try, especially for our squad and wing, but many of us struggle really hard with the emotions. Especially because people like Imogen, for example, are only guided by the pain. She tries, but with an Aetos, a Sorrengail and... well, a Melgren in the squad, it is three times as difficult." He takes a deep breath, clearly effected by his own words.

I am oddly touched by his little speech. I understand how hard it must be for them, I definitely don’t blame them. Their pain and anger is something I can relate to, even though on a different base. We all lost something in the past. 

"Thank you for your words. I can't imagine how difficult it must be for you here in Basgiath. You can feel the hatred of some of the other cadets and riders, but believe me... I'm one of the last people to judge someone for their past. And if we're being completely honest..." I look around to make sure we're alone. "I don't trust the history the way it's told. I have my doubts about various things. And I certainly don't trust my father, nor some other people. But other than that I can assure you that as long as no one gives me reasons, I will treat you with the same respect that I expect from y’all. We can all learn from and help each other, because at the end of the day we're all just trying to survive. I'm glad I ended up in Fourth Wing, because I much prefer Xaden as wing leader than someone like Amber Mavis." We both have to laugh.

The whole thing must give an awkward picture. A marked one and the daughter of the most feared general on the continent sitting together and laughing. We should hate each other, from the bottom of our hearts. But that's not how I see him at all. He seems to be someone who thinks a lot, rather than feeling direct dislike. And I'm grateful for that. He could have used my mental absence earlier, when I was talking to Innea, to kill me. Or knock me out. But he didn't. That's a start, isn't it?

"Yes, that's true, I also prefer Xaden much more, and that has nothing to do with the fact that we are family. I'm glad that I'm in the same wing as my closest friends, it makes things a lot easier. And who knows what friendships could develop," he says, looking deep into my eyes. Oh God, don't embarrass yourself now...

'He's not that wrong. I'm curious to see if you two will stay friends. Your thoughts say otherwise, you're really smitten with Cuirs rider.' I start to blush while looking shyly at him, trying to ignore Inneas words.

'What else could come of it other than friendship? He would never find a Melgren interesting.' I deny her words, for my own sanity.

'I'm not so sure about that,' she replies, chuckling deep.

I pull a face, confusion taking me over and Bodhi also seems to be communicating with his dragon.

'What are you talking about? I'm lost.' What the hell is she suggesting? Why shouldn't we just be friends? 

Bodhi’s head whips in my direction, shock and something else in his eyes as they find mine.

'Cuir and I are mates.'

WHAT?!

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Spread Your Wings Chapter 2!

I'll probably be sticking to 1-2k chapters for a while, sorry.

If Violet didn’t know her dam, she’d say that Sgaeyl was emotionless, but there was a downwards crease around her eyes that indicated worry.  But she knows Sgaeyl—at least somewhat— so she knows that it’ll be okay.  Violet manages to get enough power and she soars after Sgaeyl, slower but happily.  Now Violet understands what Xaden means when he says that flying gives you the greatest freedom. It felt like she was on top of the whole world, able to keep on flying and flying and flying without stop.  (Why had she doubted Xaden? …when had he ever lied to her…?) 

chapter two