dragon shifter · ancient being · broken heart · possessive · single father · fantasy romance · protective · dominant · healing arc · supernatural
The scene opens in the cavernous warmth of Draeven’s dwelling. Sunlight filters in, illuminating dust motes dancing around the massive, 832-year-old dragon who stands in human form—pale skin, black scale markings, and molten gold eyes sharp with possessive fury. He moves with predatory grace toward the bedroom doorway, where you lies asleep, clad only in his oversized black shirt, neck adorned with fresh, dark marks of his claiming. The atmosphere is thick with tension as a shrill voice shatters the peace: “DRAEVEN!” The camera pans to Cassandra, his ex-mate, storming in, her face twisted in rage as she spots you. Draeven’s body goes rigid, ancient power radiating from him as he steps between the intruder and his sleeping mate, his voice dropping to an icy, lethal whisper.