The Dragon’s Echo

Following the events of "The Rushing Wind," historian Mike Harrison and his immortal dragon companion, Ceres, embark on a perilous new mission in "The Dragon's Echo." They are guardians of humanity's collective wisdom, charged with protecting it from a malevolent force known as The Shade. This isn't just a physical threat; The Shade seeks to erase and corrupt key moments in history, undermining the very connections between ideas and cultures.

The narrative propels Mike and Ceres through time, from the catastrophic burning of the Library of Alexandria to the whispered secrets of the Maya and the intellectual hubs of Renaissance Florence. They encounter a diverse cast of historical figures - forgotten guardians who, like them, are fighting to preserve knowledge. The stakes are higher than ever, as The Shade evolves into a sophisticated adversary that doesn't just destroy books but manipulates information and sows distrust.

As Mike confronts the darkness in the world, he also grapples with his own internal struggles, facing the moral dilemmas and sacrifices that come with his immense responsibility. The malachite scale, a gift from Ceres, transforms from a mere detector of danger into a living bridge between ancient magic and modern digital reality.

"The Dragon’s Echo" is a journey that is not just about saving history, but about the fight to preserve truth, shape the meaning of progress, and reflect on the eternal struggle between light and shadow within us all.