In a kingdom where everyone hides behind masks, Velouria is born with a face-a forbidden trait that could lead to her family's execution. Her uncle Alex, once a broken war veteran and Kate's lost love, rescues Velouria from death, raising her in secret. As she turns 18, Velouria begins to uncover the truth about her past, her hidden powers, and the queen's dark intentions. With the discovery of ancient dragon eggs that crack as she comes of age, Velouria must navigate a world of betrayal, magic, and love, as she prepares to confront her destiny. As Velouria and Elias are drawn together by forces they don't fully understand, they find themselves caught between their growing feelings for each other and their duty to their respective sides. With the kingdom on the brink of war and the dragon's awakening, Velouria must learn to harness her powers, confront her destiny, and decide who she can truly trust. In a battle of magic, love, and betrayal, the fate of the kingdom and the dragons rests in the hands of a girl who was never meant to exist