25. NATE

I loved winter. Our realm was made especially for us which meant that the weather patterns were adjusted just for us. It was mostly cold weather, but some warm days lasted for two weeks a month. Winter could last for months. But with the portals appearing, our weather was a mess. We woke up to icy winds and the ground covered in a thick layer of snow. It was the perfect opportunity for us to go out flying. Xavier was keeping an eye on Angel. I trusted him to protect her if it was needed. Mason flew past me, knocking into me in the process. I barely avoided hitting a tree. Growling at him, I picked up speed. *We should head back* Mason muttered through the mind-link. *We’ve been gone for a few hours.* I changed direction to show him that I agreed. We left at dawn before she was awake. My eyes fluttered closed for a few seconds as I enjoyed the wind blowing against my scales and under the thin membranes of my wings. With everything happening at the castle, we barely had any t