Avery
My brain malfunctioned and officially packed up shop as light glittered off thousands of shiny multifaceted gemstones. There were piles of gold nuggets and bars stacked up, along with silver and other metals. Lumps of ore and uncut gems in other stacks. The stone walls were inlaid with twinkling rocks. In natural nooks, dim up-lighters flickered, giving the impression of firelight. The expansive room looked like a huge cave.
“Welcome to my hoard, my mate, my greatest treasure.” The voice of Erik’s dragon dragged my overwhelmed gaze in his direction.
Erik stood near the door, and iridescent white scales rippled over his exposed skin. Fascinated, I watch them play across his strong throat up to his face as if they were being turned over. His green eyes shone in the dim light brighte
