"Aurus! You have a duty to Atlantis. Don't turn your back on me."
"I have a duty to my heart and my lovers," Aurus replied. "The rest doesn't matter."
Aurus got up, leaving the king standing in the middle of the beach, alone. With a final cry, Diamond shouted, "If not for me or Atlantis, for your mother. Come home, Aurus."
Jaden clenched his fists, fighting a surge of hatred. What a low blow. How could Diamond use Aurus's mother to blackmail him?
Aurus turned slowly and gave his father one last look. "I might, one day, when we are all welcome there."
Jaden very much doubted that would happen too soon. Chrys and he had suffered the opprobrium of the Atlanteans for the better part of their lives, while Vaar had basically been the monster in their nightmares. How could the mer nation understand the connection between these three outcasts and their prince?
In spite of the family bonds, Jaden knew it would take quite a while for Aurus to forgive the king for what he'd done. Diamond's intervention had almost caused Vaar's death, and it wouldn't be something easy to forget.
In the end, all that lost its importance when Aurus joined them once more. "So what now?" he asked.
Vaar stared at the sky, where the dragons still soared. "Good question. I have no idea."
Epilogue
The capital city of The Great Dragon Kingdom was everything Chrys expected and more. Built on the shore of the Windswept Sea, the main keep hid countless treasures and priceless artifacts. Now, that very same keep had become Chrys's home, and a gilded cage.
Chrys leaned against the solid marble banister and sighed. The view from the balcony of their room was beautiful, but Chrys couldn't really appreciate it, not anymore. The rock felt cool under his touch, chilling him to the bone—and Chrys just wanted for someone to make him warm again.
They'd been living at the dragon king's palace for the past month, setting things in order, righting the wrongs left behind by Ghaan. Vaar's first decision as acting sovereign had been to rescind the order branding black dragons and saurions as the shame of their nation. Vaar had also chosen to act only as regent until Ghaan's son, Roan, came of age. Chrys couldn't agree more. He'd met Roan, and he liked the young dragon. In fact, Roan didn't seem to hold any resentment against Vaar for killing his father. Ghaan's dethronement had been long overdue. It would take time, but slowly the dragons would begin to forget and rebuild.
As a prince, Aurus had knowledge of the rulings of a royal court and helped Vaar with his new duties. The dragons didn't appreciate receiving commands from a mer, but they couldn't do anything about it. Vaar's power now flowed through Aurus, and through Chrys and Jaden as well.
Even with the shared connection, Chrys sometimes felt abandoned, or rather, useless. The Great Dragon Kingdom fascinated him, but he never got to be alone with Vaar and Aurus. Thankfully, he had Jaden. Without his twin's presence, Chrys would've probably lost it already.
As if summoned by Chrys's thoughts, Jaden stepped onto the balcony. "Hey," he greeted. "What's with the glum face?"
Chrys sighed again. "You know as well as I do. They're taking forever today."
Jaden joined him next to the banister and stared out toward the horizon. It was almost dusk, and the glow of the dying sun painted the distant waters of the Windswept Sea in brilliant colors. "That's true," Jaden replied. "Things are complicated now. They have a lot of responsibilities."
Chrys realized that, of course, and he hated being so demanding. The Dragon Kingdom had literally split into pieces as many had trouble accepting Vaar as a rightful ruler. Even those that had disliked Ghaan had their misgivings. Chrys would hear them from time to time, when they didn't realize he was around. "What could be Vaar's agenda?" they asked themselves. "How do we deal with this?"
It upset Chrys greatly, and he just wanted to go home to their little paradise island away from everyone else. That was unlikely to happen, at least, not anytime soon. Even after Roan took the throne, Vaar would be required to stay by the new king's side, to act as an advisor. All duties aside, Vaar wanted to build a new, safer world for dragons, to find all the survivors of Ghaan's rule and reinstate them in their society. An astronomical task, in and by itself. Chrys would have liked to help out, but instead, he remained trapped in his chambers, useless.
Jaden wrapped his arm around Chrys, bringing their bodies together. "We're young now and can't be expected to know the inner workings of the courts. That's why we should study, so we can aid them in the future."
Chrys felt himself flush at Jaden's gentle reprimand. Vaar had assigned a tutor to teach them everything about dragon culture, from their alphabet and traditions, to the different species and the history of their kingdom. Chrys tried to assimilate all the information, but he'd begun to believe it would all be for nothing and they'd never get to use it. He berated himself for his own childish behavior. The last thing Vaar and Aurus needed was to worry about Chrys's foolish sulking.
"I get it," he told his twin. "I won't skip lessons anymore."
"Don't worry, you didn't miss much today," Jaden replied. "The tutor seemed distracted."
Chrys gave Jaden a knowing look. "Or maybe you were."
Jaden stuck his tongue out at him. "At least I'm trying."
At the blatant challenge, Chrys glomped his twin and they fell on the balcony floor with a painful thud. Chrys attacked Jaden's ribs, mercilessly finding his sibling's ticklish spots. Jaden tried to fight back and move away, but he remained helpless in front of Chrys's assault. Howls of laughter filled the air as they rolled around, forgetting for a few moments where they were and who might be watching.
When they stopped, Chrys collapsed on top of his twin, nuzzling Jaden's neck. "You know," Jaden said all of a sudden, "they said they'd come back for dinner. It's way past that time now."
Chrys lifted his head to look at his twin. He could tell Jaden was scheming something. "And what do you suggest?"
Jaden wiggled his eyebrows at Chrys. "We call them back."
Jaden pushed Chrys off, and this time, Chrys let him. Whatever his sibling had in mind, it would be very interesting and exciting. Jaden had proven to be very creative in the bedroom, and both were young men with healthy sexual appetites. Because of Vaar and Aurus's ghastly schedules, they didn't get to be together as much as they'd have liked, in bed or out of it.
Chrys and Jaden couldn't fuck during their free time because their emotions automatically transferred into Vaar and Aurus's minds, sabotaging any chance of concentration. Today, that would work to the twins' advantage. Their lovers wouldn't be able to stay away.
Jaden pressed his lips to Chrys's and they shared a slow, relaxed kiss. The moment quickly grew more passionate when Jaden reached for Chrys's tunic and began to unbutton it. As the material parted, he slipped his hands inside to caress Chrys's skin. Chrys shuddered, his twin's touch making pleasure flow through him. Their little roll around had made him hard, if not exactly desperate, but the arousal was increasing, especially when Jaden reached out to tweak his nipple. The nub responded, peaking into Jaden's touch.
When the kiss broke, Chrys let out a moan and lowered himself to the ground, allowing his twin to do whatever he wanted. Jaden straddled him and began to remove Chrys's clothing. The first piece that went was the tunic, then the boots and breeches. Finally, Jaden had Chrys naked. The cool marble floor made Chrys shiver and Jaden gestured for Chrys to lie down on the clothing.
Smiling at his brother's thoughtfulness, Chrys obeyed. He'd given up trying to explain his relationship with Jaden to anyone that wasn't the four of them. No one but the four of them would ever truly get it. The dragons considered it weird and Chrys couldn't make them understand. They'd never feel the unique combination of love, passion, concern, gratitude, and desire, or the strong, unbreakable bond between Chrys and Jaden. To an extent, Chrys pitied them.
As he relaxed on the layer of clothes, Jaden pressed kisses down his chest. He flicked his tongue over Chrys's nipples, and Chrys cried out.
He'd never realized how sensitive the little nubs could be before beginning the four-way relationship. The pebbled tips seemed to have a direct connection to his cock, and each touch of Jaden's tongue made Chrys's dick throb.
Jaden chuckled against Chrys's chest and the vibrations sent further pleasure through Chrys. His twin abandoned his nipples and licked down Chrys's abdomen. Jaden made his way lower and lower until he reached the place Chrys wanted him most. Jaden's mouth hovered over Chrys's cock, and he briefly hesitated.
Chrys knew what the problem was. Even if he often initiated sex between them, Jaden still showed the occasional doubt. Part of Jaden remained scarred from the time he'd been forced to hide his affection for Chrys. In many ways, Chrys had gotten the better end of the deal. He knew Jaden loved him—in more than a brotherly way. Jaden, on the other hand, often fell into confusion and uncertainty.
"It's all right," Chrys told Jaden. "I want this. I do."
Jaden's green eyes met Chrys's, holding his gaze. After a few moments, he offered Chrys a sheepish smile. "Sorry. You know how I am."
"You don't need to be afraid, Jaden," Chrys replied. "We're together now, just like we always wanted. Nothing can ever part us again."
Jaden didn't answer, but Chrys felt his twin's emotions and knew his words touched Jaden's heart. And then Jaden's smile turned into a wicked grin. "Don't think I forgot about this," he said as he encased Chrys's cock in a tight fist. "I can't wait to taste you."
Chrys groaned. "Come on, Jaden. Suck me."
Jaden lowered his mouth onto Chrys's dick and ecstasy exploded through him. The feel of sinking into that wet cavern seemed to get better every time. Jaden knew exactly where and how to touch Chrys. He alternated slow motions with fast ones, taking Chrys deep and then moving back up lazily. He bobbed his head up and down Chrys's shaft, driving him wild. His warm palm teased Chrys's sack and rubbed the light scales across Chrys's perineum. The ends of Jaden's hair fell over Chrys's legs, lightly tickling his side fins. Chrys could just lay there and take the pleasure his brother so skillfully offered. In his heart, though, he knew they both needed something else to make the moment complete. Now, Chrys could only hope Aurus and Vaar answered the summons.
* * * *
Vaar smiled at the red dragon representative, forcing himself to be calm and hospitable. "I'm very pleased about your visit. I trust we'll be able to build a better nation together."
The meeting went on forever, with dragons from all over the kingdom showing up unannounced. It bothered Vaar they did not respect the most common courtesy of announcing their visit at least two days prior, but he'd let it slide with a slight reprimand. He needed these people if he wanted to achieve his goals.
Aurus's presence kept him sane. Without the mer prince, he'd have snapped and growled at three quarters of the important diplomats. Aurus had proven invaluable, and his education at the Atlantean University and experience as a prince provided him with a stunning amount of information regarding the rulings of their kingdom. Aurus was acquainted with almost everything about dragon culture and had no trouble with diplomatic settlements, often surprising the representatives with this extensive knowledge.
The red dragon took his leave and a green one stepped forward. Vaar sighed and looked outside. The setting sun mocked him. They'd promised the twins to spend the evening together, have a romantic dinner. There was little chance of that happening. A sudden burst of pleasure made his eyes widen and his cock harden. Next to him, Aurus let out a quickly-masked gasp. Vaar focused on his connection with the twins. Jaden and Chrys must have started the party without them.
He sensed the two brothers touching, kissing, and rubbing against each other. Conflicting emotions swamped him, Jaden's slight hesitance sticking in the forefront of Vaar's mind. And then bliss took over and Vaar felt a wet mouth engulf his cock. Naturally, it wasn't happening to him. The twins were the ones fucking, but through them, Vaar experienced every sensation as if it were his own.
Vaar couldn't have focused on the green dragon if his life depended on it. He spouted some random excuse—he didn't even know what—and got up. Without hesitation, he made his way out of the meeting room. He heard Aurus say something, and then the mer prince rushed after him.
"Such naughty boys," Aurus panted as they made their way toward their quarters.
"Indeed," Vaar replied. "Thank the gods."
Vaar and Aurus needed the twins to help them through these difficult times. Jaden and Chrys felt abandoned and useless when, in fact, they provided refuge, a shelter. When Vaar and Aurus returned from a difficult day at court, they found comfort in the twins' arms.
It took far too long to get to their chambers, but finally, they burst inside the room. At first, Vaar didn't see the two brothers, but then a moan came from the balcony. They made their way over, only to be presented with the sexiest display in existence. Jaden was sucking Chrys's cock, those pretty lips wrapped around his brother's dick. Chrys seemed completely lost in the pleasure. He fucked his sibling's mouth with abandon and didn't even realize Aurus and Vaar had arrived.
Then, Chrys opened his eyes and zoomed in straight at the two of them. "V-Vaar… Aurus…" he said in choked voice. "Come on."
Jaden abandoned his task and turned toward them. "Thank the Sea Mother. I thought you'd never leave that blasted meeting room."
He sounded far too coherent for Vaar's taste. He lunged and lifted Jaden in his arms. A balcony was no place for what he had in mind. Aurus grabbed Chrys, who let out a sound of protest upon being denied his impending orgasm.
"Not to worry, treasure," Vaar told the young mer. "You'll get your prize soon."
He dumped Jaden on the bed and rushed to retrieve the bottle of oil they kept within reach at all times. The mer had self-lubrication to a certain extent, but Vaar preferred to err on the side of caution. He poured a generous amount of the liquid into his palm then tossed it to Aurus.
Jaden and Chrys positioned themselves on all fours, their eyes glazed with passion and the knowledge of what would soon come. Vaar thrust one finger inside Jaden, then another, thoroughly preparing his lover for invasion. Aurus busied himself with doing the same for Chrys, and Vaar grinned at the mer prince. It felt good to let go after such a tiresome day.
Within a few minutes, Vaar and Aurus had the twins begging and pleading. Vaar crooked his fingers inside Jaden, tormenting the young mer's sweet spot. Jaden sobbed his name, thrusting back against Vaar's fingers.
Vaar deemed Jaden prepared and knew the exact moment Chrys was ready as well. Retracting his fingers, he changed Jaden's position to face him. "Suck me," he growled at his lover.
Jaden let out a little whimper, and lowered his mouth over Vaar's erection. Vaar hissed when Jaden started to suck him. Jaden's motions became sloppier, a bit less focused, but that didn't make it any less pleasurable. He took Vaar's cock all the way to the back of his throat, his moans escalating, even if muffled by the dick in his mouth.
Vaar fucked Jaden's face and glanced toward Aurus, wordlessly communicating what he wanted. The mer prince obeyed. He handed the lubricant to Chrys and turned, exposing his ass to the second twin. Chrys poured oil on his fingers and his hands trembled slightly as he proceeded to prepare Aurus. Watching Aurus's body swallow Chrys's digit almost pushed Vaar over the edge. He buried his fingers in Jaden's hair, stopping the young mer's motions. There was only so much that he could take before he lost it.
Lust gave Chrys incentive and skill, and he soon had Aurus loose and ready for invasion. Vaar gestured, lining them up in the right position, directing Jaden to sit first, with Chrys behind him and Aurus after that. "Go on," he told Chrys. "Fuck him. Fuck his ass."
Chrys didn't need to be told twice. He positioned his cock at his twin's hole and pushed inside.
* * * *
Jaden cried out when his twin's cock penetrated him. They'd only fucked like this a handful of times. Vaar and Aurus's presence drove all the lingering misgivings away, and in moments such as these, Jad
en could really see and feel that Chrys loved him in a more than platonic, sibling way.
How could he doubt, after all, when Chrys's cock invaded him, spearing him like a hot brand? It felt so amazing, to be connected with his brother in the most intimate way two men could ever be.
As Chrys pushed all the way in, he stopped and buried his face in Jaden's hair, whispering, "Love you, so much."
Jaden would have liked to reply but he felt Aurus move behind Chrys and impale Chrys's ass. Jaden gasped at the increase in sensation. Every cell in his body awoke, the magic of his three lovers sizzling against his skin.
Finally, Vaar thrust inside Aurus and the four of them were one. They moved in perfect synchrony and Jaden forgot about everything but the here-and-now, lost in the beauty of their connection. Through this simple, physical act, the thrusts in tandem made Jaden be fucked by three dicks. Through their bond, Jaden felt the sensations and emotions echoed in his three lovers. Chrys moved inside him, his breath hot on Jaden's sweaty skin. Their legs rubbed together with Aurus's, scales and fins touching in an intimate caress. Jaden sensed every motion, from Aurus's hold on Vaar's cock to the powerful thrust that echoed in his own body.
Time and space ceased to have meaning and Jaden's body sang, the need to come growing into an almost unbearable flame. His heart beat in rhythm with those of his lovers, and his every breath followed the moans and gasps coming from his men.
His men… he'd never thought a bond like theirs could exist between four people, but it did. How could he still have problems trusting? Never again, Jaden told himself. He'd never doubt Chrys loved him, or that Aurus and Vaar needed him. They would be together forever, and Jaden couldn't be happier about it.
He didn't know how long it lasted, but all too soon, Jaden surrendered to the overflow of emotions. When his orgasm came, it wiped away everything except his lovers' presence and passion. He felt them flood his anus with three jets of cum and his mind melted. Reality faded and he gave up on consciousness, falling into exhausted sleep.
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