Sapphire Kingdom (Dragon Quest #2)

By S.R. Gibbs

Ashley, Angie, and April are three sisters, who found themselves transported to the ancient world Eupai; where they are told that they are the next legendary dragon warriors, chosen at birth to bring peace to the land. After receiving an unexpected message, the girls' begins a quest that was foretold many years ago.
Accompanied by Prince Leev of the Inner Kingdom, the overbearing captain of the guard Leo, and the mysterious Rṓgaire; they set off to their first destination...Sapphire Kingdom. Ashley soon learns that there is more awaiting her there, than her dragon.
While experiencing one shocking revelation after another, Ashley and her sisters' bond is tested; as she is torn between what she has, and what she has always wanted.
In Sapphire Kingdom, loyalties are tried and enemies are made, while Queen Jewel becomes even more powerful, as the enchanted moon draws near. Will Ashley be able to claim her dragon and her place in Eupai? Or will she be overwhelmed by her fears and desires?

• Language: English
• Publisher: S.R. Gibbs
• Release date: Jul 13, 2016
• ISBN: 9781311371775

S.R. Gibbs

Hi! I was born in raised in Florida, and I currently live with my two little girls that has become the inspiration for my imagination. I love spending time with my family, watching Korean dramas, and hearing from my readers.

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Get down! Prince Leev shouted, as he pulled out a sword from his back I never noticed he was carrying.

Rṓgaire and Leo followed his lead as they quickly created a sword from their energy.

Come out you coward and face us! Leo furiously shouted into the darkness.

Using our fear to boost our steps, we quickly obeyed him; as my sisters and I ran toward the tall grass to hide on the side of the path. Crouching low in the grass I squinted my eyes to try to see our attacker.

The night was silent. The insects and the wind seemed to cease in anticipation of what was going to happen next.

I can feel someone, April whispered as she stared in a trance at the ground.

April’s breathing became more rapid as she lifted her head and her eyes met mine. There is someone above us! Watch out Rṓgaire!

Copyright © 2015 Shaudreakia Gibbs

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The Sapphire Kingdom

Quest 2

Of the

Dragon Quest Series

Written By: S. R. Gibbs

To a God

that placed in my life two aunts that are not afraid to dish out constructive criticism.

Virginia Jones

A.K.A

(Aunt Mickey)

&

Charlotte Young

A.K.A

(Aunt Cha-Cha)

Thank You.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 – Halter – Ashley

Chapter 2 – Twister – Ashley

Chapter 3 – Quester – Angie

Chapter 4 – Encounter – April

Chapter 5 – Daughter – Ashley

Chapter 6 – Bitter – Ashley

Chapter 7 – Sister – Angie

Chapter 8 – Banter – April

Chapter 9 – Corrupter – Ashley

Chapter 10 – Doubter – April

Chapter 11 – Supporter – Nerissa

Chapter 12 – Disaster – Ashley

Chapter 13 – Hotter – Angie

Chapter 14 – Character – Ashley

Chapter 15 – After – April

Halter

Location: The Tree of Truth

◑ Ashley ◐

For a moment all of my senses dulled as I tried to grasp a hold onto something solid in my mind.

Nothing was making sense, I just wished it was as easy as the movies makes it out to be; that I could just tap my heel three times and magically appear back home.

I have been told my entire life that it was important to fit in. That I was just a normal girl…well, that was a lie. Everything was a lie!

What was that you just read, that has you so distraught?

I could hear Rṓgaire ask, and out the corner of my eyes, I could see him coming toward us.

So many things began to run through my mind after Angie finished reading the message sent to us from our adopted parents; rather, Nanina and Machen. There is a lot of questions I want to ask them, but I will have to find them first.

Yes, what was that? Leo questioned as he took the phone from Angie’s still hands. Is this the language of the earth world?

His questions finally registered in my head. I suddenly looked up to see his eyebrows drawn together in confusion as he stared at the illuminated screen of Angie’s cell phone.

You can’t read that, can you? April asked, seeming to be the first one to come out of shock.

No, what are these strange symbols? Prince Leev examined the mobile device like it was a precious artifact.

If you cannot understand English, how can you understand us?

He began to laugh out loud as if April had told a hilarious joke, but his laughter was cut short when he noticed that we did not laugh along with him.

Do you really not know? You have been speaking the language of Eupai, ever since we first met.

"That is why we never expected that you were not trained, as you were supposed to have been since you can speak the language fluently.

We need to find our parents. I blurted finally snapping back to reality. They can surely explain what is going on.

Ashley, we know what’s going on. They lied to us, this message proves it. Angie turned to me with hurt showing clearly in her eyes. They didn’t even have the decency to come to us, they left it in a stupid text message.

Prince Leev playful demeanor suddenly became thunderous Did you just say that Nanina and Machen are here? Where are they?

We don’t know. They just told us that we will meet again real soon. April explained.

They will not get away with the crimes they have committed. Leo proclaimed staring at the cell phone in his hand as if it was going to reveal the location of my parents.

I will have my father pass the command to capture them, and make them suffer the death penalty for their betrayal. Prince Leev muttered before he angrily turned around.

I don’t know what came over me. They lied to us, but I couldn’t just let him have them killed. They raised me and cared for me while on Earth. Running in front of him I stretched my arms out halting his steps.

I demand you to move!

I will not allow you to have them killed.

This matter is no concern of yours. He spouted, brushing past me.

Grabbing his arm, I pulled as hard as I could to turn him around. It is my concern. They may not be my real parents, but they are all I know.

She is right. They are still our parents. Angie agreed walking toward us. We are not going to let you have them killed.

Do you not understand what their actions have done? Leo interjected as we all witnessed the dragon mark flare up on Angie’s neck; and as a blue tint began to cloak my vision, I didn’t need anyone to tell me that my tattoo had also appeared. If the portal had allowed you passage through, you would have taken the hope, of all of Eupai along with you.

I wanted to say he was wrong and disagree with everything I have learned since coming to this world; but the message left by the people who raised me, erased all doubt.

This isn’t going to get us anywhere. It is getting dark, we need to escort the three dragon warriors back to the castle. Rṓgaire interrupted my thoughts to explain.

His statement brought back to my remembrance that he was still here with us. Looking at the way Prince Leev was gritting his teeth it appeared as if he wanted to argue with Rṓgaire.

I hate to agree with him, but he is right. Leo sent a look of disgust toward Rṓgaire, as he put his hand on Prince Leev’s shoulder.

Rṓgaire looked unfazed by the hostility directed his way. His dark and mysterious persona was actually quite spooky as he his pale skin seemed to glow against the darkening scenery. Even though he looked like a normal young man. The look in his blue eyes makes me think that he is stronger than what he lets on. I will definitely make sure to be careful around him. There has to be a reason for Prince Leev, Leo, and Mina’s anger towards him.

The journey back to the Inner Kingdom’s castle was stifling, but I couldn’t blame it on the weather, being that the cool breeze was the only thing pleasurable about this walk. The scariest thing about it was that even Angie did not mutter a word, not even one cynical statement as we journeyed back to the place, we tried so hard to get away from.

Prince Leev and Leo led the group, while Rṓgaire silently followed us like a dark shadow.

The twin suns quickly vacated the sky leaving us with little light to go by after we had been walking for a while. Rṓgaire, Prince Leev, and Leo must have been running fast to keep up with the unicus and get to the tree so quickly; because this trek seems to be endless.

From my right side, a light appeared illuminating my view.

What? Angie questioned when she realized everyone was looking at her as she held a ball a flaming red energy in her hands. I know you didn’t expect me to blindly follow you in the dark?

Extinguish that light. We do not want to draw unnecessary attention to ourselves before we make it back to the castle. Leo commanded coming toward Angie. Don’t forget everyone believes that you have returned to the Earth world. If one of your enemies find you before you return, it could be disastrous.

Are you saying that you will let one of our enemies do something disastrous to us, while you, the captain of the guard stands idly by?