Pyris's heart pounded in his chest, his gaze locked onto the empress. She hadn't noticed him yet, but that didn't matter. Pyris knew then that he had to meet her—had to find a way to be in her presence again.
The challenge of winning the empress over, of claiming her despite her status and power, filled him with a sense of purpose unlike any other.
As his mind raced with possibilities, a sharp ding echoed in his head.
[Ding!
[Mission: Win the Heart of Empress Astrid Valyrian
1000 LPs (Lust Points)
Unlock: Golden Dragon's Charm (Passive ability to enhance your influence over those with dragon blood)
+23 to all physical and mental attributes.
Punishment for Failure:
Permanent lock on all advanced Golden Dragon abilities.]
["This one's big, Pyris," Lia said, her voice laced with excitement. "But if anyone can do it, it's you."]
