Chapter 20: Reopening Scars

Thane Drogos

Once I reached the underwater cave, I shifted to fit through all the small nooks and tunnels to reach the hoard. It was located in an air bubble far beneath the surface no casual treasure hunter would ever find.

And I was its protector. My crew trusted me wholeheartedly with it.

I untied the large satchel from my ankle, scooping it with gold and jewels from our latest conquest. Massive piles of gold were located in every corner. A true treasure trove. And my mother kept track of every single last coin.

This was finally the last trip today, so my crew could get their fair cut. At least what they requested. All surplus stayed with the hoard.

Every corner of the cave glittered, flickering with light bouncing off the water. It truly was a sight no one would ever see unless I took them here myself.

Even my mother hadn't seen it for herself. She missed the water, but she couldn't shift anymore after she got sick. Even her dragon tattoo had faded, but it seemed