Chapter Twenty-Seven

Summary

• By the third year, dragon riders must control their emotions to prevent being overwhelmed by their dragon's feelings.
• The protagonist arrives at Samara, feeling anxious and influenced by their dragon Tairn's emotions.
• The protagonist struggles to distinguish their concerns for Xaden from Tairn's feelings.
• Heavy security at the outpost and damages are observed, indicating a recent attack.
• Mira, a friend of the protagonist, is found unharmed and provides the protagonist with Xaden's location.
• The protagonist ignores protocol and rushes to see Xaden, finding him sparring and unharmed.
• Their reunion is intense, with the protagonist needing to physically confirm Xaden's wellbeing.
• Xaden helps the protagonist regain emotional control with a cold shower and a reminder to raise their shields.
• The protagonist is frustrated with their lack of emotional control and for being influenced by Tairn's emotions.
• Xaden reveals a significant injury, sparking the protagonist's concern and compassion.
• The protagonist and Xaden share a passionate encounter, expressing their mutual need and desire.
• Xaden admits his vulnerability towards the protagonist and stresses that he wants more than just a physical relationship.
• The protagonist challenges Xaden to take a risk with his emotions without knowing the protagonist's full feelings in return.
• The passionate connection between them deepens, with Xaden acknowledging his strong feelings and need for the protagonist.
• The chapter concludes with an intimate moment and a comical decision about what to do next, with the protagonist eager to accompany Xaden to complete a task.