You sat in your usual seat for General Villiany next to Lizzie and Dutchess. Behind you sat Raven and that new girl, Mira. Something in the back of your mind was telling you not to trust her, but you didn't even know why.

Badwolf: Here are your General Villainy exam results.

He set yours down and you saw that you had a perfect 100% like always. You began to wonder how you felt about this class being your best. He then placed down Raven's.

Badwolf: Room for improvement, Miss Queen.

Raven sighed while Mira winced at the horrible grade. She then smirked.

Mira: Cast a spell on the teacher and get straight A's. That's what I did in school.

Raven raised a brow.

Raven: Wait, I thought you were home schooled?

Before she could get an answer, Badwolf popped up between the two.

Badwolf: Talking in class! Huh? Encouraging cheating?

He growled, but smiled and leaned towards Raven.

Badwolf: Raven, stick with this new girl. You could learn a thing or two.

He nodded encouragingly to Mira who smirked. You eyed her out of the corner of your eye suspiciously.
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P.E. started and the teacher addressed the class while holding a large candy cane.

Gingerbreadman: Candy cane pole vault! This old Gingerbreadman is about to show you how to take the cake.

He charged forward and was about to vault, but Mira nudged Raven and shot out a spell that made the candy cane even taller. The coach struggled to keep his grip, but he ended up falling forward and onto the basketball hoop.

Mira laughed and soon, Raven joined in.

Gingerbreadman: Raven Queen! Was that you?

Raven: No sir!

She then nudged Mira.

Raven: But I kinda wish it was.

The two laughed, but Apple watched worried.
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Lunch came around and Mira sat with Raven and Apple, telling them stories of her "home town" when Cerise and Sarling approached the table. Without even looking, Mira slammed a hand down on the bench next to her.

Mira: We were saving these seats. Sorry.

The two girls looked at each other and walked off, a bit offended. Raven was just confused.

Raven: That wasn't fairy nice. Darling and Cerise are my friends!

Apple sunk into her seat as Mira rolled her eyes.

Mira: Nice will only get you so far. To be really popular you need a little fear factor. Right, Apple?

Apple: Um, I suppose there's truth in that.

However, the conversation was interrupted when you suddenly sat down next to Mira. She eyed you with an arched brow.

Mira: That seat is being saved for...

Y/N: This won't be long, Shards. I just wanted to talk to you about something.

Apple began to get nervous. She knew you were always one to confront people when there was something fishy afoot. You were also very perceptive.

Mira: Fine. What is it?

You gave her a friendly smile as you cupped your hands together.

Y/N: I was just wondering, what school did you say you went to again? It was, uh, what was it? Oh! The Dark Forest School of Higher Learning, right?

Mira slowly nodded.

Mira: Yeah.

You then smirked.

Y/N: So, the reform school, then?

Mira flinched. She had never heard of such a school before. And you noticed her reaction, telling you that she had been lying after all.

Mira: Well, uh, in a way.

Y/N: And what do you think about all of Raven's classes?

Apple got even more nervous.

Mira: What do you mean?

Y/N: Well, I just find it kinda weird that you're in every single one of her classes. Even more, you seem to hang on her like a leech.

Mira narrowed her eyes at you as Raven and Apple watched. You weren't backing down, though.

Mira: What are you trying to say, Ozzian?

Your smile slowly faded as you narrowed your eyes at her.

Y/N: Who are you really?

You both stared each other down, waiting for one of you to break. Before anyone could, however, Poppy and Holly came running into the room.

Poppy: Um, Raven? Don't freak out but we were trying this new scale polish on Nevermore and well, she took off!

Y/N: What? How do you lose a dragon?!

Holly: We set up a grooming station in the old dragon stables behind the school. That's the last place we saw her and Ruby is already looking around. We thought maybe if you'd call her...

Poppy: Maybe she's just hiding somewhere and would come out!

They both dropped their heads.

Poppy: We're sorry.

Raven and you quickly got up.

Raven: Thanks for getting me. Let's go!

The six of you wondered around the old stables and called out for the dragon in hopes that it would come to you. And even though you were here last night, things looked much greener. Not just that, but you found yourself in the middle of the open field by the stables.

It was an arena of sorts, but it looked like it hasn't been used in years. Ruby ended up joining you all along the way.

Apple: Wow, the old Dragon Games arena!

Y/N: Dragon Games? Haven't seen a match since I was just a lad.

Mira: Dragon Games sound wicked! Have you ever played, Raven? You have a dragon.

Raven shrugged.

Raven: I know, but Dragon Games was my mom's thing and I really don't wanna be like her.

Mira seemed sadden to hear this. Something else that you had taken noticed of.

Apple: Why did Headmaster Grimm close the Dragon Center down?

Ruby: Cause he's an old geezer who hates fun and anything that brings people joy?

You had never been more proud.

Holly: You mean you don't know?

You all shook your heads. Holly pulled out her phone and showed you all a video of an old match between Snow White and the Evil Queen back when they were your age.

Holly: Dragon games can be very dangerous. They say Snow White and the Evil Queen were the greatest Dragon Game captains ever after!

Poppy: They were wicked competitive! With their destinies and all.

Holly: Did you know that Legend is the last dragon from that original brood?

Legend? The same dragon that somehow knew your father. Before you could ask any questions, a loud roar came from inside the stables. You all looked towards it as Mira pointed.

Mira: That's a dragon cry.

Raven: Nevermore!

You all ran to the stables with urgency. Once you stepped inside, Nevermore popped her head out from a pile of hay, staring at all of you with wide eyes. She jumped out and began to lick Raven.

Raven: Oh, there you are!

Y/N: Daring?

You walked over to where the prince was sitting, brushing Legend who looked unwell.

Y/N: What's happening?

Daring: Something is wrong with Legend!

You hurried over and Legend opened her mouth. From that alone, you could tell that something was going on.

Y/N: Her body temperature is high.

Daring: Does that mean he's really sick?

Mira laughed.

Mira: Newsflash, Daring. Your trusty steed isn't a he. She's a she. And she's not sick.

You and Daring both slowly lifted your heads and made faces of disgust.

Holly: I think it's time!

Apple: Awww...

Daring was confused.

Daring: What time?

You and Mira both looked at each other. You then made a motion of holding a baby.

Daring: Oh. That time.

He then fainted. Though, when he fell, he landed on the ground right next to the hay.
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The girls stood over the 13 eggs that were birthed by Legend, while you laid curled up in a ball after helping deliver all of them. So much slime. So much juice. And that smell. Oh godmother the smell.

Holly looked over information on the eggs while Ruby gently rubbed a red one.

Holly: Dragonpedia says in the wild mothers lay their eggs near active volcanoes to warm them until they hatch! Apparently it takes years.

Poppy: Dragon babies must be so cute!

Ruby: And we won't even be here to see them hatch?

Apple: Aw, I can't wait that long!

You dragged yourself over and laid against Legend as she watched Raven rub her hands.

Raven: I could cast a spell to keeps the eggs warm.

Holly: Hot idea.

Raven stood uo and began to wiggle her fingers as magic appeared.

Raven: Incubation, incantation, warm with lava imitation!

Her magic began to heat the eggs up, creating beautiful symbols on the shells. However, Mira smirked and crafted her own spell.

Mira: This spell could use a power up.

She touched the ground and her magic shot right to the eggs. The fire grew put of control and you quickly leaped to your feet and grabbed a fire extinguisher.

Raven: I must've overdone it!

You ran to the eggs and began to spray the fire to put it out. You all stared at the eggs, but another fire started and you sprayed it again. You all looked at the eggs again.

Y/N: That was a close one.

Apple: Look! The lighter eggs are hatching!

Indeed, the eggs were shaking and cracking open. Ruby looked at the red one that she was letting earlier.

Poppy: I want the cutest one!

Holly: This is magical.

One by one, the eggs opened up. Dragon babies began to emerge and stare up at all of you. Poppy picked up a pink one who seemed fine with it.

Poppy: Oh my fairy godmother, this is hexciting!

Apple: So cute!

Holly: Oh, this one is mine.

You and Raven stepped back as the girls picked out the dragons they wanted. A white and purple one licked Daring, waking him up to a confusing situation.

However, that was when the darker eggs started to hatch. You all watched as pitch black dragons began to emerge. These ones seemed more aggressive than the others. Their fire was purple and their eyes were a crimson red.

Holly: This is bad. It got too hot! That can make them turn...

Apple: Evil! Raven, are you trying to make evil dragons?

Raven: What have I done?

You stared at the evil dragons while Mira smirked.
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Blondie: This is Blondie Lockes reporting live from the dragon stables at Ever After High where dragons once again roam the hallowed halls.

Everyone had began to gather around the stables while you, Poppy, Holly, and Ruby worked to take care of the newly born dragons. One said dragon actually nearly bit Holly when it snatched a carrot from here.

Holly: Ow!

Blondie: It would seem the students of Ever After are eager to adopt these pesky pets.

Darling offered one a teddy bear, but the dragon just froze it and her hand in a block of ice. Ruby held hers like a baby which it seemed to enjoy.

Blondie: Though the trend seems to be that a dragon chooses you.

A light blue and pink dragon blew magic into Maddie's face, but her hair just became covered in a colorful rainbow of cotton candy.

Maddie: Ooh! Cotton candy? Oh, yum di dum!

Apple smiled and went to check in on the five evik dragons who were hiding in the shadows of a stall. One stepped out and blew a ball of fire at her, making her stumble back. She decided to leave them alone.

She walked over and spotted you still hanging around Legend who was playing with a golden dragon and a white and purple one. She blew a ring of smoke that the two chased right towards Dexter, Daring, and Hopper. The two then blew them away with fireballs.

Outside, Raven watched the stables before Nevermore flew behind her. She looked up to see that it was Mira who was flying the dragon.

Mira: Raven you have to try this! Nevermore is a natural! Wohoo!

Though, Nevermore looked uncomfortable. Afraid, even.

Blondie: Who will be the next champions of dragon sport? Only time will tell. Now, where is my assistant? I can't keep relying on Cedar for this.

Unbeknownst to you all, Snow White had the MirrorCast playing on the background. She stopped what she was doing when she heard Dragon sport. She smiled when she saw who was riding the dragon.

Snow White: Why you wicked old thing! Welcome back.

She then called out to her workers.

Snow White: Summon the architects! I just had the fairest idea of all!

She smiled.

Snow White: This should get Apple back on top and freshen my pure as snow image too!
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You were dozing off, so Brair nudged you awake. You looked around and remembered that you were in the assembly hall after a surpise assembly was called.

You didn't know much, but Lizzie and Ashlynn would be a part of it somehow.

Mira: What is with the sudden assembly?

Raven shrugged.

Raven: Hm-hm. It's top secret. No one knows.

Blondie: I heard there's a special guest!

Apple: Ooh! This is hexciting!

Suddenly, the lights went out and the spotlights were on the stage where Milton was standing with Gildes.

Y/N: Whoo! Gildes!

The crowd began to cheer as well. The old man smiled kindly and waved, while Milton cleared his throat.

Ruby: Boo! Milton!

Everyone began to boo the old man.

Milton: Silence!

Everyone went quiet. He fixed his posture and nodded.

Milton: It is my honour to welcome back our most successful graduate, our beloved queen, Snow White!

The crowd began to cheer wildly as Snow White herself stepped onto the stage. You winced and leaned over to Brair.

Y/N: Has she had, um, work done lately?

Brair shrugged and clapped. You also clapped, though you didn't feel as impressed as everyone else.

And neither did Apple or Mira.

Apple: What is she up to?

Snow White: A little bird told me that dragons have returned to my beloved alma mater. So it's time we restore the good old ways. Today the Dragon Games are reinstated at Ever After High!

The crowd went nuts at the news. They began to cheer even louder while you raised a brow. This was a sudden announcement to be making.

Snow White: The Dragon Games are tough, yet elegant and I want my Ever After Riders dressed accordingly. I've hired the creative team of Lizzie hearts and Ashlynn Ella to design all new dragon wear.

Lizzie and Ashlynn both suddenly appeared on stage. Ashlynn was a natural at thr attention, but Lizzie was a bit awkward with it. She shyly waved as the students cheered.

From the otherside of the stage, Holly and Poppy both walked out in New Dragon Gear.

Lizzie: These looks are lightweight, flexible, and fashion forward.

Ashlynn: Not to mention fireproof, ice proof, and explosion resistant.

Hunter walked out with Poppy's dragon and let it fly up. It then threw a fireball at Poppy who blocked it with her armor. The crowd was impressed. Holly's dragon came out and spat ice at Holly, but it didn't do anything.

Snow White: Adorable! Now I can't very well bring back dragonriding in an old dilapidated arena. If you all follow me outside.....

It wasn't long after that the entire school was entering a brand new, completely renovated arena.

Snow White: Allow me to present the new Ever After High Dragon Center!

The structures looked brand new. The paint was nicely done, the stands were stable, and the grass was evenly cut. It was like looking at a miracle. Everyone began to clap, but you were still uneasy about everything.

You looked over to Mira to see that she was actually impressed, but you saw a flicker. A flicker of who she really was.

Y/N: The Evil Queen? Oh, crap!

You moved to get her, but you suddenly found yourself being pulled back by Brair.

Brair: Dude, isn't this hexciting?!

Y/N: Briar, I....

Snow White: Hold your applause, please. I must admit, this was not my idea. My daughter Apple thought bringing back the Dragon Games would unite everyone with school spirit!

Apple's jaw dropped. She awkwardly smiled and made her way up the steps as everyone clapped for her.

Y/N: Briar, let me go.

Brair: Why don't you just shut up and let things play out for once?

You looked at her in surpise, but then her eyes flashed green. Your eyes grew wide as Oswalt held up Raven's wand.

Oswalt: Make a sound, and I will make this beautiful arena go down in flames.

You looked at him in horror. You looked around the crowd and spotted the real Brair standing next to Kitty and Raven. You turned back to your brother, face to face in physical form for the first time in 10 years.

Your heart was racing and your stomach was turning. Oswalt just smirked wickedly.

Apple: Wow, mom!

She chuckled as she stood by her mother, keeping her smile.

Apple: Why didn't you tell me about all this? Why did you say it was my idea when it wasn't?

Snow White: O-oh. You're welcome, my little Apple dumpling.

Apple: But mom, it's a lie.

Snow just placed an arm around her daughter.

Snow White: We discussed this! Sometimes you've got to pull out all the stops and use your resources to get your fairytale back on track.

Apple: Whoa. Mira was right. We are different.

Snow White: Who?

Mira: Me.

The cheering stopped and your attention was pulled to the front of the crowd. Mira stepped out to look up at Snow White.

Mira: You can't just always buy popularity, Snow.

Milton: Miss Shards! Control yoursel!

Ruby: Shove it, Milton!

Someone threw a can at him from the crowd.

Snow White: "Mira Shards". Oh, very clever. Rumour has it you're an excellent dragon rider, for a new kid on the block.

Mira: The rumour's true.

Snow White: Only you're not a student. You might've been once. Back when we were in school.

Apple gasped. Mira just placed her hands on her hips and arched her brow.

Snow White: I'd know that arched eyebrow anywhere.

Mira: I just wanted to be closer to my daughter. You can understand that.

Raven: Daughter?

Snow White: And to be young again, maybe?

Mira: You'd have done it too if you could. So I suppose now you're going to send me back to that awful Mirror Prison?

Raven: Mom?!

The crowd gasped. You used this chance to turn to Oswalt, but he was already gone. You looked around as Mira addressed the crowd.

Mira: Sorry, Birdy.

Her form changed into that of the true Evil Queen, shocking everyone.

Evil Queen: Guilty as charged.

The entire crowd went silent. Then, Maddie jumped up and cheered.

Maddie: Yay! The Evil Queen's here!

She then pouted.

Maddie: Said no one ever!

The Evil Queen stood before you all, her power full and her freedom known. And all you could do was watch as she smiled.

The End Is Just The Beginning....