The risk of assuming chapter 15

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15- The Whimsical Gardens

Everly POV

Tristian, Alexander, and I descend the two flights of a grand marble and hory staircase that

ever seen.

that opens up the most luscious and pristine landscape have

The main garden was divided into four large sections, each section the size of a football held. These four main islands were divided by large glowing mosaic stone paths that glistened like pearls beneath our feet. The paths were the width of traffic lanes, dare I say enough for multiple dragons to walk around freely? Each patch of garden was identical in size however each island portrayed a uniqueness in color and design. The middle of each island had a magnificent and majestic two story fountain that was intricately detailed with designs representing the four elements: water, earth, air, and fire.

The water and air islands were shining on my left while fire and earth graced our right–hand side. Carved shrubbery lined each block, containing the individual pasis” within its borders. There were fruit trees and patches of multicolored flowers, green blue grass and several small walking paths and iron detailed benches

Surrounding the giant islands of greenery was a lavish field of freshly trimmed grass also the length and width of several football fields and then beautiful large pine and oak trees lined the perimeter, however the leaves were not of the dark green foliage of earth but rather beautiful shades of red, orange, and purple. The trees stood as tall, easily there or four stories with massive thick huses, no doubt their roots dosed deep into the rich soil, thriving on the nutrients, and creating serenity under their canopy of thick branches.

But the most spectacular centerpiece was the massive Willow tree in the center of the garden. It sat at the top row between the Earth and Air islands where the islands and the patch of open field began. It towered over every other object in the realm, standing proud and tall. But this was no ordinary Willow tree, although the limbs of the branches did sweep the lands beneath.

This tree was white. A blinding white yet when the sun’s rays refracted against the surface, the willow shimmered and shined bright emitting an Iridescent glow with a myriad of colors. A literal rainbow tree.

We stopped our gallivanting as we neared the base of the Willow tree, it’s tentacles swayed in the light breeze, tickling our faces. I was speechless at such beauty. I wish I could describe just how peaceful this moment was. It was if this tree could put a bubble around you and all your worries were taken away in that moment. True serenity.

I took a deep breath and inhaled the most delicious vanilla scent.

Tristian leans down close to my ear; his eyes still watching the tree and says “the tree was created before the time of the dragons. It is one of Mother Magic’s first creations meant to bring peace and prosperity to the land therefore we call her Mother Willow. Her roots extend throughout the vast forests surrounding this place and feed the ground with the richest vitamins that not even the harshest winters can kill the seeds,”

Wow! Just wow,

Then Alexander inhales deeply and murmurs “my favorite. Spring showers after a rainfall.” I look over at him and am perplexed so I confront him. “You are crazy! I smell a rich warm vanilla scent. That is no where near rainfall

The guys just start chuckling, Tristian pats my hand that he is holding onto and says “Oh, sweetie. You both are correct. Part of Mother Willow’s special connection to this land allows the limbs to sense your presence and they emit a blossom to your unique preferences that will bring you to the most calming sensations. This tree is an embodiment of peace; therefore it is only natural for it to ensure all who come near it to also be in peace.”

Alexander adds “my favorite scent is also what I smell on you. All of your mates will smell something different, our innermost favorite flavors. You were made for us and therefore, just like this tree, you bring a sense of calm and peace to us and our beasts.” He then raised the hand he was holding to his mouth and kissed each of my knuckles,

Okay, that was pretty romantic. I might be swooning soon. Is it me or is it feeling a little hot in here?

Tristian then begins to step closer to the tree trunk and pulls my hand with him. “There is something else that this tree does. It is a tree of truth. It can sense your mood and will reveal your innermost desires and truths. Not even you can lie to yourself in the presence of this tree. And the color will speak through you. Watch!” He lets go of my hand and places it directly on the bark

He takes a deep breaths and concentrates and a soft yellow light begins to go around his hand. That same little glow then shoots through the whole free and begins to pulse like a heartbeat. The soft yellow becomes brighter and becomes the color of the sun and continues to pulse throughout the fire. A thin blue light appears around Tristian’s hand and pulses lightly with the rest of the illuminating tree.

I look to Tristan whose eyes are now staring at me glowing bright yellow and in a deeper voice that I now believe to be his dragon says” we are permus and excited to be in the presence of our beautiful mate. We do not deserve you but we will cherish you with every breath we have “

15 The Whimsical Gardens

The pulsing stops and Tristian removes his hand from the bark, his eyes going back to his hazel color. My heart felt like it was going to explode, I felt this sudden desire to wrap him up in a hug so 1 did. I let go of Alexander’s hand to which he growled but I was too quick to wrap my small figure around the torso of my mate. I held him strong and felt his reluctance and confusion before he sighed and wrapped his strong arms lovingly around my arms and back. I muzzled my body deeper against him, leaving no room between our clothed bodies. He bent his head and I felt the tip of his nose against the crown of my head. He inhaled deeply and I heard him whisper “mmm…coffee and chocolate.”

I couldn’t help but chuckle as I pulled away slightly, Init we remained attached to each other. “Thank you little mate. I needed that.” He said sweetly. I smiled in return and stood on my tiptoes and kissed his check. “It is 1 who do not deserve you.” I whispered to him and pulled away further, winking at him and walking back to Alexander who looked like a jealous schoolgirl. So I gave him a bear hug and a kiss too and his face lit up like a Christmas tree.

I then pulled both of my cheeky mates by the hand and we walked through the stone paths. I entered the ‘air‘ island and they let me walk around, taking in the scenery before me. The grass looked smooth to the touch and glistened with morning mist. The carved stone fountain had swirl patterns and a massive dragon statue sat on top with water shooting out of its mouth and into the basin below which overflowed into a larger basin at the bottom. The flowers were all white and cream colors, many which resembled something similar to daisies, tulips, carnations and even roses. There was a large patch of white sunflowers that looked like they were laying down among the hedges on the farthest side of the island. As you approached, the sunflowers were almost the size of my whole body!

1 felt compelled to reach out my hand and feel the delicate petals that could easily wrap around my body like a warm blanket. Before I could touch the petals though,

Alexander caught my wrist. “These are actually camivorous. The petals are sticky and full of sharp thoms that will rip into your your blood which then grows the lower. The black center produces a poison that we sometimes harvest for pests. Never touch it!” His face was very

ur skin and it will feed on

serious and it was cute.

“Okay. Thank you for telling me.” I s

I said in response. He smiled at me and released my wrist only to take my hand in his and we met up with Tristian d walked over to the Fire Garden. This garden was full of red and orange plants and flowers, some looking like exotic bird feathers. The Water Garden d lots of green, blue, and yellow plants while the earth garden had more green vines and surprisingly vegetables that actually grew inside flowers not the wound like on Earth

There were so many unique flowers and plants and I couldn’t keep track of all the names, besides most of them were in some foreign language and I swear half of those names made me want to say “bless you” because they sounded like sneezes. No matter the names, it was simply tranquil and I knew that I would have no problem enjoying many afternoons in these gardens with a good romance novel or a sketch pad.

“Come, it’s time for lunch!” Alexander said after we wondered around all the grounds. He and Tristian pulled me across the green and blue meadow on the back of the gardens and we soon made our way through the canopy of trees. We walked in silence for a while, enjoying the beautiful serenity of nature, listening to the wild sounds of animals and insects, leaves and sticks crunching under our feet.