Alexander's expression hardened. "I will continue to fight against the Dragonites and their masters, but I refuse to exploit this dark and terrible power." he said coldly. Just then a loud bang shook the tower and the ceiling fell away to reveal a black dragon glowering down upon them. "Good. Then I can feast on as many souls as I want in this world and the next!" he said, laughing evilly. It was Shulkron, lord of the dragons. "But, dear Dragonblood, why would you not want to use your limitless power? To see your enemies driven before you, and strike fear into the hearts of all? I can show you... what rewards await you on the path of rule." he said. At those words, Alexander turned as pale as the dead, and his eyes glazed over.
Alexander collapsed onto his knees a moment later, breathing heavily. Shulkron chuckled. "The minds of men are so easily twisted." he said. Alexander stood shakily, and turned to face Dione, Kiara, and Bjorn. He smirked, and stated flatly, "This power is mine. It was a gift bestowed upon me, and gifts are meant to be used." He turned, and faced Shulkron, he kneeled in front of the dragon and said, "Your will... is my command, my lord."