The Blue Mage Raised by Dragons

Book 2: Chapter 55

Fire elementals! Stella said, throwing her hands into the air. I want to see the fire elementals.

And what do you think about that? E glanced at Vur. After they had finished their negotiations, the dwarf king had asked Vur what he wanted to do. And Stella had answered before he could speak.

Lets go see the fire elementals then, Vur said with a nod while Stella cheered again.

E furrowed his brow. Why does it seem like the fairy makes all the decisions? he asked. Do you not have anything you want to do for yourself?

Vur shook his head. As long as my friends are happy, Im happy, he said. If Stella wants to see the fire elementals, then I want to see them too.

Really? E asked as Stella flew down from Vurs head and hugged the dragon-boys face. Youre fine with that? Someone whos strong enough to tame a mountain elemental has such low aspirations. Youre just like me. E paused as Vur plucked Stella off his face and put her back on his head. Then did the fairy want you to become king of the dwarves?

Her names Stella; stop calling her the fairy, Vur said. But no, I conquered your people because of the dragons code of honor. My uncle failed to conquer the dwarves since they ran away, so I finished the job. He nodded as E tilted his head.

What do you mean dragons code of honor and uncle? E asked. You make it sound like your uncle is a dragon. It must be a miscommunication since your manner of speech is a bit archaic.

No miscommunications, Vur said, shaking his head. My uncles Grimmoldesser. Im a dragon, but I dont have my wings yet. He raised his head to meet Stellas gaze. If I make a contract with a fire elemental, Ill grow faster, right?

Diamants voice spoke up from the runes on Vurs arm. Im not sure theres enough space for another

Yup! Stella said, her voice piercing through Diamants. Youll grow super-duper fast with another elemental contracted to you. You can definitely get at least three more.

Wait, E said. Did you say Grimmoldesser, the cursed black dragon from our legends, that Grimmoldesser?

Vur nodded. Its most likely him.

And youre a dragon? E asked, raising an eyebrow.

Vur nodded again.

E stared at Vur for a few seconds before sighing. He shrugged and shook his head. Well, my intuitions never failed me before, he said. Ill trust it again this time. I think itll be a hassle to explain to everyone else though. Telling them Im no longer king was going to be difficult enough. Ah, I thought my life was supposed to be more relaxing now that Im no longer king.

Why cant everyone be as carefree as him? Stella asked, tilting her head to the side. Alice had such a huge reaction. But its a bit sad there wasnt even a gasp coming from his mouth. She clicked her tongue and shook her head.

Grimmoldesser, E muttered. His eyes widened. Ah! That black dragon that invaded Plumbys capital. Was that him?

Vur shrugged. Do you have a mana-image-but-not-really image of the dragon?

A picture? No, E said. But shouldnt you know where your uncle is?

Do you know where your uncles are? Vur asked.

No, E said. But they arent people that can destroy towns on a whim.

If I had to keep track of everyone I knew that could destroy a town on a whim, Vur said, rubbing his chin, then Id never have time to do anything else. He nodded. Besides, Auntie does that for me.

Let me guess, E said, rolling his eyes, this aunt of yours is Grimmoldessers mate.

Vur scratched his head. Im not sure actually, he said. But shes not a dragon. Shes an elf. Mostly.

E stared at Vur. Out of curiosity, he asked. What is Stella to you?

Shes

Hes my dad! Stella said, her voice cutting through Vurs. He gave birth to me with the flower in his chest. She nodded and patted Vurs head. Isnt that right?

But you planted it there, Vur said.

No, no, no, Stella said, shaking her head. That was my past self. It doesnt count.

Vur turned his gaze back onto E. Shes not my daughter, but

Wow! Rude! Im going to cry, Stella said and puffed her cheeks out.

I do have a son, Vur finished.

E chewed on his lower lip. Is he a dragon?

No, hes a boar, Vur said. A wrinkle formed on his brow as Stella pouted and plucked one of his hairs.

A boar, E said, his expression neutral. Then your wifes

A demon, Vur said with a nod.

E sighed. I dont know if youre serious or not, he said. But I suppose that doesnt really matter, does it?

Dragons never lie, Vur said. And you might meet my wife, so you should know in advanceshe has horns; if you look at her strangely, Ill punt you.

Ill keep that in mind, E said. He glanced at the fairy throwing a tantrum on Vurs head. You said you wanted to see the fire elementals, right? I can take you to their main headquartersbenefits of being king, well, ex-king. Why do you want to see them?

Stella stopped rolling around and sat up. I need a sun.

I thought fairies only had daughters? E asked.

A sun, not a son! Dummy, Stella said and stuck her tongue out. She crossed her arms, wrinkled her nose, and looked away.

E raised an eyebrow. You mean a boar?

Im going to curse you, Stella said.

I think Ill keep my mouth shut about relationships until I see your family tree, E said to Vur.

Vur nodded. Its only a sprout right now, but itll grow in time.

E scratched his head. Are we talking about the same thing? I dont know what to think anymore.