Carys

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The sun peeked over the mountains, its first light revealing a shining white in the place of the usual black sand. It sparkled in the early hours. Today was the day of gift-giving, one where dragons would spoil their loved ones. Silias and Kasai sat huddled up in a cosy temple and smiled at the bundle of hatchlings before them.

The sun's early rays basked the hatchlings in gifted light - their blue scales shining as they snuggled together. It felt like the hatchlings were a gift on this day.

Silias's mind wandered off. These last few months have been filled with preparations to turn the island into a habitable place for visitors and inhabitants. It started with the erection of the temple. It was built as a home for Kasai while he goes about his duties. Spirit fire lights have appeared all across the island - they're a beacon in the darkness of the night. Kasai is in his element, maintaining fires and welcoming anyone visiting the island.

A cabin had shown up on the Crescent Isle - Yenfara came from Shadow to set up a new home here. Silias was ecstatic to hear that her old friend would be returning to her side. Their reunion was filled with laughter and adventure. Silias showed Yen the island, and they reminisced about meeting in Silias's dream. "I daresay this place is more beautiful in real life!" Yen exclaimed. "And I can see that once again it has changed you," he said, referencing her now rippling blue scales. "Where you were once Shadow, you are now Water."

Silias reside primarily within the pool. The water fills her with energy and magic, especially during the nighttime. She thinks of constructing houses in the pool as well.

A sigh of contentment broke Silias from her trance. She looked at Kasai. His eyes were closed while he took a deep breath. A crackling giggle escaped from him. "My, isn't it cold!" he joyfully exclaimed as he huddled closer to Silias. "We'll have to ensure we keep these younglings warm. Luckily, fire and heat are my speciality." He winked and scooped up the three tired hatchlings. "They're truly a gift, aren't they?"

Silias couldn't help but smile at Kasai's happiness. He has settled into life on the Crescent Isle. Giving him a purpose all those months ago filled him with a vigour she never thought that weak flame could have. He burns brighter every day.

Silias looked at their hatchlings and softened. A gift indeed. From the universe to her and Kasai. "I think I finally know what to call them," Silias said. "A gift to us and the world: Vanya, Carys and Aavya".

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